aseptic milk

noun

UK /eɪˈseptɪk mɪlk/

US /eɪˈseptɪk mɪlk/

Milk that is heated and packed in a special box so it stays good for a long time without a fridge.

Mom keeps aseptic milk in the pantry for when we run out of fresh milk.

SYNONYMS

UHT milk shelf-stable milk long-life milk sterilized milk

RELATED WORDS

pasteurized milk carton sterilization dairy

OTHER MEANINGS

2. Milk treated and packaged to be free of germs and stay fresh unopened for months.

The aseptic milk on the shelf had a use-by date six months away.

3. Milk processed with ultra-high temperature heating before being sealed in sterile packaging.

Aseptic milk is heated quickly so it keeps more of its flavor.

4. Milk sold in sealed cartons that do not need refrigeration until opened.

Campers often bring aseptic milk because it does not spoil in a backpack.