Meaning & Definition of word "Refrigerator"

Refrigerator

/rɪˈfrɪdʒəreɪtər/

noun:

  • 1. A large appliance used for keeping food and drinks cold.
    • Example: I placed the leftover pizza in the refrigerator to keep it fresh.
  • 2. An insulated cabinet that maintains a temperature below the ambient temperature for food preservation.
    • Example: The refrigerator has a special compartment for fruits and vegetables.
  • 3. A device or equipment that removes heat from a designated area to lower the temperature.
    • Example: The old refrigerator uses a lot of electricity compared to modern models.
  • 4. In a commercial or industrial context, a refrigerator may also refer to a larger unit used for storage of perishable goods.
    • Example: The restaurant installed a new refrigerator for better food storage.

Etymology

From Latin 'refrigerare', meaning 'to make cold'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

fridge:

A colloquial term for refrigerator.

in the fridge:

Referring to something stored in the refrigerator.

clean out the fridge:

To remove old and spoiled food from the refrigerator.

Related Words

freezer:

A compartment of a refrigerator that keeps food frozen.

cooling:

The process of lowering the temperature.

appliance:

A device or piece of equipment designed for a specific task.

Slang Meanings of refrigerator

Meaning: Fridge

Example Sentence: I'm hungry; let's see what's in the fridge.

Meaning: The Icebox

Example Sentence: Can you grab a soda from the icebox?