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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Ben’s strategy for the day is to interact with Ellie as little as possible and put her out of sight by asking her to clean the freezer. Rafaela Bassili, Vulture, 31 Mar. 2026 The kitchen is equipped with a fridge/freezer, an induction cooktop, a microwave oven, and a sink. Adam Williams march 27, New Atlas, 27 Mar. 2026 The facility had heavy ice condensation in the one door upright freezer. Sacbee.com, 27 Mar. 2026 In addition, when storing in the refrigerator or freezer, ensure the cake is well covered with two layers of plastic wrap, or stored in an airtight container. Robin Miller, AZCentral.com, 26 Mar. 2026 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 Apr. 2026.

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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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