freezer
4 synonyms for freezer, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — An appliance, or a compartment within a refrigerator, used to store food at below-freezing temperatures.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
How to use freezer
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
freezer bag
freezer burn
stick it in the freezer
Etymology
From "freeze" plus the agent/instrument suffix "-er."
Full origin of freezer →Frequently asked questions
What does “freezer” mean?
The word “freezer” means an appliance, or a compartment within a refrigerator, used to store food at below-freezing temperatures. In plain terms, the very cold compartment or appliance you store frozen food in.
How do you pronounce “freezer”?
“Freezer” is pronounced FREE-zuh (/ˈfɹizɚ/ in IPA).
How do you use “freezer” in a sentence?
Here is “freezer” used in a sentence: “She keeps a stash of ice cream in the freezer for emergencies.”
What part of speech is “freezer”?
“Freezer” is a noun.
Is “freezer” a common word?
“Freezer” is an uncommon word in modern English, usually learned at around the B1 level.
What is the difference between a freezer and a refrigerator?
A refrigerator keeps food cool at temperatures above freezing to slow spoilage, while a freezer stores food at below-freezing temperatures to preserve it for much longer. A freezer can be a standalone appliance or simply a compartment built into a refrigerator.
Can a freezer be part of a refrigerator?
Yes, many refrigerators include a built-in freezer compartment, in addition to standalone freezer units that are dedicated entirely to below-freezing storage. Both types serve the same basic function of keeping food frozen.
