Refrigeration (Noun)

Meaning ¹

The process of cooling or freezing (e.g., food) for preservative purposes.

Classification

Nouns denoting natural processes.

Examples

• The supermarket uses refrigeration to keep its meat and dairy products fresh for customers.
• Refrigeration is essential for preserving perishable foods such as fruits and vegetables.
• The invention of refrigeration revolutionized the way people stored and consumed food.
• Proper refrigeration is crucial for preventing the growth of bacteria and other microorganisms in food.
• The refrigeration system in the warehouse is designed to maintain a consistent temperature below 40 degrees Fahrenheit.

Synonyms

• Infrigidation

Hypernyms

• Chilling
• Temperature Reduction

Related Words

• Refrigerate (verb)

Meaning ²

Deliberately lowering the body's temperature for therapeutic purposes; "refrigeration by immersing the patient's body in a cold bath".

Classification

Nouns denoting acts or actions.