refrigerate

verb

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re·frig·er·ate | \ ri-ˈfri-jə-ˌrāt

refrigerated; refrigerating

Definition of refrigerate

transitive verb

: to make or keep cold or cool specifically : to freeze or chill for preservation foods that should be refrigerated

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Synonyms & Antonyms for refrigerate

Synonyms

chill,
cool

Antonyms

Examples of refrigerate in a Sentence

Refrigerate the mixture for an hour before serving. refrigerate the cake after you frost it so that the frosting doesn't melt

Recent Examples on the Web Cover and refrigerate until chilled, at least 4 hours, before serving. — Washington Post, 14 July 2021 Allow the pears to cool, then refrigerate until cold. — Beth Segal, cleveland, 28 May 2021 Transfer to a wire rack and cool to room temperature then refrigerate until the filling is cold and firm — at least 4 hours or preferably overnight — before slicing. — Jill O’connor, San Diego Union-Tribune, 19 May 2021 Wrap tightly in plastic again and freeze for 15 minutes, then refrigerate for 1 hour. — The Salt Lake Tribune, 9 Apr. 2021 Mom can even refrigerate the opalite stone for a cooling effect on hot summer nights. — Cheyann Neades, Better Homes & Gardens, 7 Apr. 2021 Press piece of plastic wrap against surface of batter, then refrigerate until chilled, at least 1 hour and up to 2 days. — Kristina Kurek, Good Housekeeping, 19 Feb. 2021 Add cauliflower, eggs and dill, and stir to combine. Cover and refrigerate 1 hour or up to 5 days before serving. — Star Tribune, 2 July 2021 Pour mixture over shredded cabbage; toss and refrigerate. — Washington Post, 23 June 2021

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