deepfreeze

/diːpˈfriːz/

Definitions

1. noun

A very low-temperature storage facility or container, typically used for long-term preservation of perishable goods.

“The frozen foods were stored in a deepfreeze to keep them fresh for several months.”

2. verb

To preserve or store something in a deepfreeze, typically to keep it fresh for a long period.

“The chef decided to deepfreeze some of the leftover food to use in future meals.”

Synonyms

  • cold storage
  • freezer

Antonyms

  • melt
  • thaw