Chillable: meaning, definitions and examples
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chillable
[ ˈʧɪləbəl ]
temperature context
Chillable refers to something that can be cooled or chilled, often related to beverages or food that is meant to be served cold. This term indicates that the item in question can benefit from lower temperatures for optimal taste or enjoyment.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- This wine is best served chillable.
- Ensure the champagne is chillable before serving.
- These desserts are chillable for a refreshing treat.
Translations
Translations of the word "chillable" in other languages:
🇵🇹 refrescável
🇮🇳 ठंडा किया जा सकता है
🇩🇪 kühlbar
🇮🇩 dapat didinginkan
🇺🇦 охолоджуваний
🇵🇱 schładzany
🇯🇵 冷やせる
🇫🇷 rafraîchissable
🇪🇸 refrigerable
🇹🇷 soğutulabilir
🇰🇷 식힐 수 있는
🇸🇦 قابل للتبريد
🇨🇿 ochlazující
🇸🇰 ochladiteľný
🇨🇳 可冷却的
🇸🇮 ohlajen
🇮🇸 kælanlegur
🇰🇿 салқындатылатын
🇬🇪 გაგრილების
🇦🇿 soyudula bilən
🇲🇽 refrigerable
Word origin
The term 'chillable' is derived from the verb 'chill', which has been used in English since the 14th century. The base word 'chill' comes from the Proto-Germanic *kalwaz, which meant 'cold' and is related to terms in modern German and Dutch. The suffix '-able' is used in English to form adjectives indicating capability or suitability, which was introduced in the Middle Ages. Thus, 'chillable' combines the idea of something that can be made cold, reflecting a practical application especially relevant in culinary contexts. Its usage has grown particularly with the popularity of serving wines, beverages, and certain foods cold, mirroring trends in gastronomy that emphasize freshness and temperature presentation.