refrigerator

noun

re·​frig·​er·​a·​tor ri-ˈfri-jə-ˌrā-tər How to pronounce refrigerator (audio)
: something that refrigerates
especially : a room or appliance for keeping food or other items cool

Examples of refrigerator in a Sentence

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Broccoli can last for up to five days in the refrigerator, while broccolini is more delicate and prone to wilting, typically only lasting up to three days. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 8 Feb. 2025 In the refrigerator, oranges can be stored in the crisper drawer for up to one month. Heather Riske, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Feb. 2025 It can be served right after making or for better flavor put in the refrigerator for a few hours before serving. Contributed Content, Twin Cities, 6 Feb. 2025 Appliance waste like refrigerators contain contaminants like freon. Uma Raja, Sun Sentinel, 6 Feb. 2025 See all Example Sentences for refrigerator 

Word History

First Known Use

1611, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of refrigerator was in 1611

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“Refrigerator.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/refrigerator. Accessed 18 Feb. 2025.

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refrigerator

noun
re·​frig·​er·​a·​tor ri-ˈfrij-ə-ˌrāt-ər How to pronounce refrigerator (audio)
: a device or room for keeping articles (as food) cool

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