Refrigerated: meaning, definitions and examples
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refrigerated
[ rɪˈfrɪdʒəˌreɪtɪd ]
food storage
Kept or preserved at low temperatures.
Synonyms
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Word | Description / Examples |
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refrigerated |
Used when referring to items kept in a controlled cold environment, often for preservation purposes. Common in professional or commercial settings.
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chilled |
Refers to items that have been cooled down but not frozen. Suitable for beverages and foods that need to be served or stored at a cool temperature.
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cold |
General term for low temperature, often used in everyday conversation. Can describe weather, feelings, or temperatures of objects and food.
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frozen |
Describes items that have been frozen at very low temperatures, often related to food preservation and storage.
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Examples of usage
- The refrigerated section of the supermarket is where you can find dairy products.
- Please make sure to keep the medication refrigerated to maintain its effectiveness.
Translations
Translations of the word "refrigerated" in other languages:
🇵🇹 refrigerado
🇮🇳 रेफ्रीजरेटेड
🇩🇪 gekühlt
🇮🇩 didinginkan
🇺🇦 охолоджений
🇵🇱 schłodzony
🇯🇵 冷蔵
🇫🇷 réfrigéré
🇪🇸 refrigerado
🇹🇷 soğutulmuş
🇰🇷 냉장된
🇸🇦 مبرد
🇨🇿 chlazený
🇸🇰 chladený
🇨🇳 冷藏的
🇸🇮 ohlajen
🇮🇸 kældur
🇰🇿 тоңазытылған
🇬🇪 გაციებული
🇦🇿 soyudulmuş
🇲🇽 refrigerado
Etymology
The word 'refrigerated' originates from the Latin word 'refrigerare', which means 'to make cool'. The concept of refrigeration dates back to ancient times when people used ice and snow to preserve food. The modern refrigerator was invented in the early 20th century, revolutionizing the way we store and preserve perishable items.
Word Frequency Rank
With rank #15,647, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.
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