Refrigerate (Verb)
Meaning 1
Preserve by chilling; "many foods must be refrigerated or else they will spoil".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- Make sure to refrigerate the leftovers immediately after serving to keep them fresh.
- Perishable items such as milk, eggs, and meat must be refrigerated to maintain their quality.
- To extend the shelf life, it is essential to refrigerate the opened jar of mayonnaise.
- The pharmacist advised me to refrigerate my medication at home to preserve its potency.
- To keep the cake from melting, you should refrigerate it until you are ready to serve it.
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Meaning 2
Cool or chill in or as if in a refrigerator; "refrigerate this medicine".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- Refrigerate the leftovers immediately to prevent bacterial growth.
- You need to refrigerate this medicine to keep it effective.
- Please refrigerate the cake for at least 30 minutes before serving.
- The doctor advised her to refrigerate the insulin vials.
- Refrigerate the fruit juice overnight and serve chilled in the morning.