Refrozen: meaning, definitions and examples
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refrozen
[ rɪˈfroʊzən ]
state change
Refrozen refers to the process of freezing something again that has already been frozen once before. This term is often used in the context of food safety and storage. When food items are thawed and then refrozen, it can affect their texture and quality. It's important to handle refrozen items with care, as improper technique can lead to spoilage and foodborne illnesses.
Synonyms
freeze again, refrigerate
Examples of usage
- The chicken was refrozen after it thawed.
- You should not refreeze the ice cream if it has melted completely.
- The properly refrozen fruits retained their flavor.
- Be cautious when refreezing leftovers.
Translations
Translations of the word "refrozen" in other languages:
🇵🇹 refeito
🇮🇳 फिर से जमी हुई
🇩🇪 erneut gefroren
🇮🇩 dibekukan kembali
🇺🇦 пере заморожений
🇵🇱 ponownie zamrożony
🇯🇵 再凍結された
🇫🇷 refroidi à nouveau
🇪🇸 refrito
🇹🇷 yeniden dondurulmuş
🇰🇷 재냉동된
🇸🇦 مُجمد مرة أخرى
🇨🇿 znovu zmražený
🇸🇰 znovu zamrznutý
🇨🇳 再次冷冻
🇸🇮 ponovno zamrznjen
🇮🇸 aftur fryst
🇰🇿 қайта мұздатылған
🇬🇪 მეორედ გაყინული
🇦🇿 yenidən dondurulmuş
🇲🇽 refrito
Etymology
The term 'refrozen' is derived from the prefix 're-' meaning 'again' or 'back', and 'frozen', which is the past participle of the verb 'freeze'. The word 'freeze' has its origins in the Old English 'freosan', which means 'to become frozen' or 'to congeal'. This linguistic evolution can be traced back to Germanic roots, where similar forms appear in Old High German ('frosan') and Dutch ('vriezen'). The usage of 'refrozen' began to rise with the increasing emphasis on food safety in the late 20th century, particularly as processed foods became more common. The necessity to manage the freezing process effectively became critical as culinary practices evolved. Misunderstandings around the safety of refreezing food have led to greater awareness and guidelines on how to handle thawed food items.