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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Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream is pulling select Outshine Fruit Bars from freezers nationwide, including North Carolina stores, over concerns the frozen treats may contain glass. — Kimberly Tutuska, Charlotte Observer, 27 Aug. 2026 The kitchen contains tables with hardwood tops for food preparation, refrigerators, freezers, stoves, ovens, a sink, a dishwasher, and tables where people can sit and eat. — Steve Sadin, Chicago Tribune, 25 Aug. 2026 Three containers of beef were seen uncovered inside the walk-in freezer. — Rashad Alexander, Kansas City Star, 25 Aug. 2026 Transfer to the freezer and allow the dough to set for 30 minutes. — ABC News, 25 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for freezer

Word History

First Known Use

1824, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of freezer was in 1824

Phrases Containing freezer

Rhymes for freezer

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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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