freezer

noun

freez·​er ˈfrē-zər How to pronounce freezer (audio)
: one that freezes or keeps cool
especially : a compartment, room, or device for freezing food or keeping it frozen

Examples of freezer in a Sentence

Don't forget to put the ice cream back in the freezer.
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The process to make frozen laundry pods is simple: Fill silicone trays with liquid detergent and pop it in the freezer for a few hours. Lauren Thomann, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 June 2025 The malt balls felt sluggish, their crunch muted by the time spent in the freezer. Andrew J. Campa, Los Angeles Times, 1 June 2025 This crust is not only set in the freezer, but the only heat required for this recipe is quickly heating the cream on the stovetop, which takes about 3 minutes. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 29 May 2025 When frozen, they can be shoved into spaces between food packages to help keep the freezer cold. David J. Neal, Miami Herald, 28 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for freezer

Word History

First Known Use

1824, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of freezer was in 1824

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“Freezer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/freezer. Accessed 6 Jun. 2025.

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freezer

noun
freez·​er ˈfrē-zər How to pronounce freezer (audio)
: a compartment, device, or room for freezing food or keeping it frozen

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