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    retort
    /rɪˈtɔːt/

    verb

    • 1. say something in answer to a remark, typically in a sharp, angry, or witty manner: "‘No need to be rude,’ retorted Isabel"
    • 2. repay (an insult or injury): archaic "it was now his time to retort the humiliation"

    noun

    • 1. a sharp, angry, or witty reply: "she opened her mouth to make a suitably cutting retort"

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  2. Jan 13, 2024 · In today's fast-paced world, food storage convenience and lifespan are more vital than ever. Retort pouch packaging is the answer. This innovative approach to retort food packaging is transforming how we store and consume food, offering unparalleled Shelf-Stable Packaging solutions.

  3. Dec 27, 2023 · Retort processing is a food preservation technique to address the challenge posed by Clostridium botulinum for commercial sterility of a food product to get microbiologically safe and stable products by heating.

  4. May 21, 2024 · A rejoinder is a quick, often witty response, usually in a formal debate, while a retort is a sharp, witty, or angry reply to a statement or accusation.

  5. Dec 1, 2023 · To mitigate the undesirable effects of high heat, agitation, also referred to as forced convection, is used in the retorting process. While in-container sterilization was perfected in the mid-19 th century, it would be another century or so before the benefits of agitation became a topic of study and consideration.

  6. Mar 5, 2024 · When engaging in conversations or debates, the use of retorts can be a powerful tool to effectively communicate one’s thoughts and viewpoints. A retort is a response or reply to a statement or argument, often used to provide a counterpoint or to express disagreement.

  7. Apr 17, 2024 · Retort pouches are robust, flexible packaging designed to withstand high-temperature sterilization, ensuring food safety and extending shelf life. They are made from a composite of materials like plastics and metal foils, which block moisture, light, and air, preserving the food’s quality and flavor.

  8. Apr 16, 2024 · Curt responses are brief and often blunt, while a retort is a quick, witty, or sharp reply, especially in an argument.

  9. Apr 3, 2024 · Made from heat-resistant laminated plastic, retort pouches are semi-rigid, flexible packages. Food products like soups, pasta, rice, sauces, and cook-in-a-bag meals are sealed and sterilized in these pouches with a maximum temperature of 121°C.

  10. Nov 29, 2023 · Repartee, as a literary device, entails a form of rapid, witty, and often humorous exchange in dialogue, showcasing characters’ verbal agility and clever retorts.

  11. Apr 25, 2024 · A retort operator is responsible for maintaining the smooth operation of the retort machine, which is used to cook or sterilize food products. They monitor the machine for quality assurance, ensuring all regulations are met.