Definition of refrigerator
:something that refrigerates;
especially
:a room or appliance for keeping food or other items cool
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Items that will not be accepted include gas cylinders, refrigerators, air conditioners and dehumidifiers, foam insulation and plastic bags, alkaline batteries, tires, ammunition, smoke detectors, medical waste and controlled substances.
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Keep the refrigerator closed as much as possible to keep cold air trapped.
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Season with kosher salt and fresh ground pepper and return to refrigerator to chill for about an hour before cooking. 2.
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The Dry Creek Valley sauvignon blanc ($13), though, is snappy and citrusy, not too grassy-tasting, a fine refrigerator white.
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The larger room — formerly used by the board of trustees — has a refrigerator filled with passion-fruit tea and milk.
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Gently, but firmly, pull the single bone attached to the back of each cheek. Submerge cheeks in brine and set in refrigerator for 20 minutes.
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Corn is best stored in a cool environment, like a refrigerator.
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Marinate 30 minutes or up to a few hours in the refrigerator.
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First Known Use of refrigerator
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REFRIGERATOR Defined for English Language Learners
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Definition of refrigerator for English Language Learners
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: a device or room that is used to keep things (such as food and drinks) cold
REFRIGERATOR Defined for Kids
refrigerator
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re·frig·er·a·tor
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Definition of refrigerator for Students
:a device or room for keeping articles (as food) cool
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