refrigeratory

1 of 2

noun

re·​frig·​er·​a·​to·​ry
rəˈfrij(ə) rəˌtōrē,
rēˈf-,
-tȯr-,
-ri
plural -es
: something that cools or refrigerates:
a
: an apparatus (as in a still) for condensing vapors
b
: the chamber or tank in which ice is formed in an ice machine
c
: a place of cooling or getting cooled

refrigeratory

2 of 2

adjective

"

Word History

Etymology

Noun

refrigerate entry 2 + -ory

Adjective

Latin refrigeratorius, from refrigeratus (past participle of refrigerare) + -orius -ory

Love words?

You must — there are over 200,000 words in our free online dictionary, but you are looking for one that’s only in the Merriam-Webster Unabridged Dictionary.

Start your free trial today and get unlimited access to America's largest dictionary, with:

  • More than 250,000 words that aren't in our free dictionary
  • Expanded definitions, etymologies, and usage notes
  • Advanced search features
  • Ad free!

Dictionary Entries Near refrigeratory

Cite this Entry

“Refrigeratory.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/refrigeratory. Accessed 25 Apr. 2024.

Love words? Need even more definitions?

Subscribe to America's largest dictionary and get thousands more definitions and advanced search—ad free!