Refrigeration

Pronunciation: /rɪˌfrɪdʒərˈeɪʃən/

Refrigeration (noun)

  1. The process of making something cold, usually to preserve food or other items.
  2. Machines or systems used to keep things cold, like refrigerators or air conditioners.

Examples

  • The refrigeration of food helps to preserve its freshness.
  • The refrigeration unit is essential for keeping drinks cold.

Common collocations: refrigeration system, refrigeration process, commercial refrigeration, refrigeration technology

Synonyms of Refrigeration

Formal

Neutral

Antonyms of Refrigeration

  • Opposite process of increasing temperature.