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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Make individual serving bags and store in the freezer the night before. Allison Palmer, Kansas City Star, 10 Mar. 2026 How To Freeze Butter for Longer Storage Freezing butter is a great way to extend its shelf life but there are a few things to keep in mind before simply tossing it into the freezer. Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 10 Mar. 2026 For the fastest possible morning, prep individual freezer bags with the fruit and spinach portioned out ahead of time. Allison Palmer, Sacbee.com, 10 Mar. 2026 In Walker County, Alabama, several jailers are facing federal charges after the death of Tony Mitchell, who was held for nearly two weeks in a concrete cell known as the freezer at the Walker County Jail. Dana Taylor, USA Today, 9 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 14 Mar. 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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