Definition

A machine used to keep food and drinks cold by lowering the temperature inside it.

Example

I put the leftovers in the refrigerator to keep them fresh.

Conversation

Can you help me organize the food in my refrigerator?

Sure! It's a bit messy right now, isn't it?

Yeah, I can't find anything in there.

Let's sort it out and make some space for new groceries.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Refrigerator → It is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "frigus" (meaning cold). The word refers to a device that makes things cold again, preserving food and other items.

Memory Tip

Think of making things 'cold again' — 're-' means again, and 'frigus' means cold, which helps you remember that a refrigerator is a device that keeps things cold.

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