vat

A large vessel, such as a tub, cistern, or barrel, used to hold or store liquids.

To put into or treat in a vat.

An abbreviation of Vatican.

A large tub, vessel, or cistern, especially one for holding liquors in an immature state, as chemical preparations for dyeing or for tanning leather.

A liquid measure in the Netherlands, corresponding to the hectoliter—about 22 imperial gallons.