Definition of refrigerator
: something that refrigerates; especially : a room or appliance for keeping food or other items cool
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Recent Examples of refrigerator from the Web
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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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Sangria 1 bottle red table wine 1/2 c. brandy 1/2 c. orange juice 1/2 c. pomegranate juice 2 c. sparkling water 1/4 c. simple syrup blackberries Put in the refrigerator and let stand over night.
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Cut chilled dough in half; rewrap remaining half and return to refrigerator. 13.
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Keep one jar in the refrigerator to use and keep the rest in the freezer until ready to use.
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Office worker Muzaffar Ahmed took off half a day to shop for a washing machine and refrigerator with his wife and twin toddler boys.
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Reserve until ready to build the sandwich; these will keep covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
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First Known Use of refrigerator
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REFRIGERATOR Defined for English Language Learners
refrigerator
playDefinition 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
playDefinition of refrigerator for Students
: a device or room for keeping articles (as food) cool
Learn More about refrigerator
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