freezer burn

noun

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

Examples of freezer burn in a Sentence

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However, freezers with automatic defrost can result in more freezer burn. Bestreviews, Chicago Tribune, 10 June 2025 Using foil directly on the cake can cause freezer burn, so wrap in plastic first before adding foil or placing it in a container. Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025 Wrap tightly with plastic wrap or foil and place in a freezer-safe bag or container to prevent freezer burn. Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 18 Apr. 2025 Wrap Tightly in Plastic Wrap Cover the cake in several layers of plastic wrap, ensuring no air bubbles to prevent freezer burn. Alice Gibbs, MSNBC Newsweek, 28 May 2025 See All Example Sentences for freezer burn

Word History

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of freezer burn was in 1926

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“Freezer burn.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/freezer%20burn. Accessed 11 Jul. 2025.

Kids Definition

freezer burn

noun
: a dried-out spot on food (as meat) that has been frozen that results from improper wrapping

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