congelation

/kɒŋˌɡɛlˈeɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

the process or state of freezing, especially of a liquid

“The congelation of the lake’s surface occurred suddenly due to the drop in temperature.”

2. noun

a mass or quantity of ice or frozen water

“The skater glided across the congelation on the frozen pond.”

Synonyms

  • crystallization
  • freezing
  • solidification

Antonyms

  • liquefaction
  • melting