Definitions

1. verb

to cause to become solid or stiff, typically by lowering the temperature

“She froze the water in the ice tray.”

2. verb

to become or cause to become rigid or stiff, typically due to cold

“The pipes froze in the winter weather.”

3. noun

a state of being rigid or stiff due to cold

“The car’s engine was in a state of freeze.”

4. noun

a sudden stop, typically due to a lack of movement or progress

“The project stalled and was put into freeze.”