freezer

noun

freez·​er ˈfrē-zər 

: 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.

Recent Examples on the Web

This set from the Good Grips collection is made of borosilicate glass, which is food-safe like standard glass, but also more resistant to heat—meaning it can be taken out of the freezer and popped straight into the microwave to reheat leftovers without shattering. —Caley Sturgill, Southern Living, 17 Feb. 2026

Once they are frozen, transfer the arils to a freezer-safe bag, press out any excess air, and store them for up to a couple of months. —Bridget Shirvell, Martha Stewart, 16 Feb. 2026

If the wax has hardened and the wax warmer is freezer-safe, place it in the freezer for 20 minutes and pop out the wax with a plastic spatula to prevent scratching. —Mary Marlowe Leverette, The Spruce, 16 Feb. 2026

The new building was larger than the existing plant and has freezer space, dry storage and other amenities. —Cheryl Vari, Cincinnati Enquirer, 16 Feb. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

1824, in the meaning defined above

Phrases Containing freezer

• freezer burn
• fridge-freezer

Rhymes for freezer

• geezer
• teaser
• ebenezer
• tortfeasor

Kids Definition

freezer

noun

freez·​er ˈfrē-zər 

: a compartment, device, or room for freezing food or keeping it frozen