freezer burn

noun

|Updated on: 30 May 2018

Definition of freezer burn

: light-colored spots developed in frozen foods as a result of surface evaporation and drying when inadequately wrapped or packaged

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Recent Examples of freezer burn from the Web

Press a sheet of plastic against the ice cream to minimize risk of freezer burn, and seal the container.

— amy scattergood, latimes.com, "Stella Parks' award-winning cookbook 'BraveTart' is as classic as its desserts," 18 May 2018
Keep in mind that freezer burn will do a number on the taste though.

— meghan overdeep, Southern Living, "WATCH: Four Foods You Can Eat Past Their Expiration Dates," 12 Mar. 2018
The process is designed to eliminate the freezer burn that happens when ice cream is stored improperly or for too long.

— robert philpot, star-telegram, "Liquid-nitrogen ice cream shop Creamistry headed to Fort Worth | Fort Worth Star-Telegram," 9 Jan. 2018
This process keeps the fruit and herbs from floating to the top, which can cause freezer burn.

— Cincinnati.com, "Homemade is always better, try this vitamin water," 6 Sep. 2017

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