Refrigerator

Word REFRIGERATOR
Character 12
Hyphenation re frig er a tor
Pronunciations /ɹɪˈfɹɪd͡ʒəˌɹeɪtə/

Definitions and meanings of "Refrigerator"

What do we mean by refrigerator?

An appliance, cabinet, or room for storing food or other substances at a low temperature. noun

That which refrigerates, cools, or keeps cool; specifically, any vessel, chamber, or apparatus designed to keep its contents at a temperature little if at all above the freezing-point. noun

A feed-water heater, formerly used on ships, in which the boiler-feed was heated by the water or brine blown out of the boiler. noun

In heat-engines, a device or substance for absorbing the heat generated during the compression stage of the cycle. noun

In steam-engines, an obsolete device which was used for cooling the injection water for a marine condensing engine by cold sea-water. The surface-condenser renders this unnecessary. noun

A machine for cooling air or fluids, in which the fluid or gas is compressed, cooled, and then allowed to expand, lowering its temperature in this last stage, and withdrawing heat from objects warmer than itself. noun

A box or room for keeping food or other articles cool, usually by means of ice. noun

An apparatus for rapidly cooling heated liquids or vapors, connected with a still, etc. noun

A freight car constructed as a refrigerator, for the transportation of fresh meats, fish, etc., in a temperature kept cool by ice. noun

A household appliance used for keeping food fresh by refrigeration (short form fridge). noun

One who has a chilling influence. noun

White goods in which food can be stored at low temperatures noun

A household appliance used for keeping food fresh by refrigeration (short form fridge).

One who has a chilling influence.

Synonyms and Antonyms for Refrigerator

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The word "refrigerator" in example sentences

Leo Kanner in a 1949 paper identified "parental coldness" and a "lack of maternal warmth" in the parents of autistic children, leading to the term refrigerator mother. ❋ Ed Poor (2010)

Just checked and the jar in the refrigerator is almost empty. ❋ Unknown (2009)

In high-heat areas, the refrigerator is a good place to keep it. ❋ Washingtonpost.com (2010)

Mix well, pour over meat, and let set in refrigerator over night ❋ Unknown (2009)

Log in to Reply except that 30% of the compressors just said they'll quit if this refrigerator is sold. ❋ Unknown (2010)

Adding insulation to the walls of the refrigerator is mostly a waste of time: the amount of heat actually lost to the walls is negligible. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Toss venison with marinade, cover, and marinate in refrigerator 30 minutes to overnight. ❋ Unknown (2009)

If a fully-stocked refrigerator is more efficient, how does any savings compare with loss do to outdated food that never gets eaten because there is more than is needed in the fridge? jwsamuel ❋ Unknown (2009)

Put the bag in refrigerator for several hours, turning occasionally. ❋ Unknown (2009)

The Luttrells 'downstairs refrigerator is 14 years old, which means it's much less efficient than newer models, Luxton says. ❋ Unknown (2009)

Since this frosting contains cream, the frosted cupcakes should be stored in refrigerator until shortly before serving. ❋ Unknown (2010)

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