Fahrenheitasteen

Fahrenheitasteen is a fictional unit of measurement that appears in the science fiction novel "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy" by Douglas Adams. It is used to describe the temperature of a "Pan Galactic Gargle Blaster," a notoriously potent alcoholic beverage. The term itself is a portmanteau of "Fahrenheit," a common temperature scale, and "asteen," which is not a recognized unit or suffix.

In the context of the novel, the Fahrenheitasteen is presented as an extremely high temperature, implying a drink of immense power and potentially destructive capabilities. The exact numerical value of a Fahrenheitasteen is never specified, nor is there any scientific basis for it. Its purpose is comedic, highlighting the extreme and absurd nature of the drink and the universe Adams created. The phrase is often quoted by fans of the series as an example of its unique humor and inventive language. The concept of Fahrenheitasteen serves to emphasize the alien and fantastical elements within the narrative, further contributing to the distinctive tone of "The Hitchhiker's Guide to the Galaxy."