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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Once frozen, transfer to a freezer-safe zip-top bag and freeze for up to a year. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 11 Sep. 2025 Multiple areas were in need of cleaning, including on and below the cooking equipment on the cook’s line and inside the true freezer by the walk-in refrigerator. Sacbee.com, 10 Sep. 2025 This customizable, freezer-friendly crumble recipe draws on buzzy coffeehouse drink orders. Katlyn Moncada, Better Homes & Gardens, 10 Sep. 2025 The Sora's glass door opens onto its kitchen, which includes a fridge/freezer, an induction cooktop, and a sink, with some space for more appliances. New Atlas, 9 Sep. 2025 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

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“Freezer.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/freezer. Accessed 12 Sep. 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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