Dolgoztatott

Dolgoztatott is a Hungarian term that broadly translates to "processed" or "worked" when referring to materials, ingredients, or data. It indicates that something has undergone a change from its original state through some form of intervention, be it mechanical, chemical, or intellectual.

In the context of food, "dolgoztatott" refers to food items that have been altered from their natural state for convenience, preservation, or palatability. This can range from simple washing and cutting of vegetables to more complex processes like canning, freezing, or the addition of preservatives, flavorings, and colorings. Minimally processed foods, such as roasted nuts or pasteurized milk, are generally considered less "dolgoztatott" than highly processed items like sugary cereals or pre-packaged meals.

Beyond food, the term can be applied to raw materials like timber that has been sawn and shaped into lumber, or metal that has been smelted and forged. In a figurative sense, it can describe information that has been analyzed or synthesized, or even a person who has been made to work or labor. The degree of "dolgoztatott" often implies a departure from the natural or raw state, with varying implications for nutritional value, environmental impact, or authenticity depending on the specific context.