fridge

noun

variants or less commonly frig

Examples of fridge in a Sentence

Please put the milk in the fridge.
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As for how to use those cubes, thaw a cube or two overnight in the fridge, then stir it into soups, stews, salad dressings, tomato sauces, sloppy joes, egg scrambles, mayonnaise, or ketchup to amp up the flavor. Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 Dec. 2025 This easy weeknight meal is loaded with flavor and a great way to use up those back of the fridge and pantry ingredients. Cameron Beall, Southern Living, 9 Dec. 2025 Otherwise, start the night with an empty dishwasher, clear fridge space beforehand, and always serve cigarettes with dessert. Elly Leavitt, Vogue, 9 Dec. 2025 Roll the mixture into a log, wrap it in plastic, and place it in the fridge until ready to use. Sherri Gordon, Health, 8 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for fridge

Word History

Etymology

by shortening & alteration

First Known Use

1926, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of fridge was in 1926

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“Fridge.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fridge. Accessed 15 Dec. 2025.

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