VATS

noun

1. A large tub, such as is used for making wine or for tanning.
2. A square, hollow place on the back of a calcining furnace, where tin ore is laid to dry.
3. A vessel for holding holy water.

verb

1. To put into a vat.
2. To blend (wines or spirits) in a vat; figuratively, to mix or blend elements as if with wines or spirits.