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froze

 

[ froʊz ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

temperature change

To freeze means to turn a liquid into a solid as a result of a decrease in temperature. This process occurs when the temperature drops below the freezing point of a substance. In nature, water freezes at 0 degrees Celsius (32 degrees Fahrenheit), forming ice. Freezing can also refer to the cessation of movement or activity, often used metaphorically. Additionally, freezing is commonly used in cooking and food preservation to prevent spoilage.

Synonyms

congeal, hard freeze, solidify

Examples of usage

  • Water froze into ice overnight.
  • I froze the leftovers for later.
  • The ground will freeze if the temperature drops.
  • She froze in fear when she saw the spider.

Translations

Translations of the word "froze" in other languages:

🇵🇹 congelou

🇮🇳 जम गया

🇩🇪 gefroren

🇮🇩 membeku

🇺🇦 замерз

🇵🇱 zamarzł

🇯🇵 凍った

🇫🇷 gelé

🇪🇸 congelado

🇹🇷 dondu

🇰🇷 얼었다

🇸🇦 تجمد

🇨🇿 zamrzl

🇸🇰 zamrzol

🇨🇳 冻结

🇸🇮 zamrznil

🇮🇸 fryst

🇰🇿 мұздады

🇬🇪 გაყინული

🇦🇿 dondurulmuş

🇲🇽 congelado

Word origin

The word 'freeze' originates from the Old English 'freosan', meaning 'to be cold' or 'to become solid'. This term has its roots in Proto-Germanic '*frusōną', which is linked to Old Norse 'frjósa' and Dutch 'vriezen'. The linguistic evolution traces back further to Proto-Indo-European '*preu-', meaning 'to cut' or 'to bruise'. The transition in meaning to freezing reflects the physical transformation phenomena as something loses heat and undergoes changes in state from liquid to solid. Over time, 'freeze' has encompassed various contexts, including cooking and emotional states, showcasing its adaptability in modern English.

Word Frequency Rank

At position #12,762, this word is part of sophisticated English vocabulary. It's useful for academic or professional contexts where precise language is needed.