subcool

/sʌbˈkuːl/

Definitions

1. verb

to lower the temperature of a substance below its freezing point, or to reduce the temperature to a point below freezing.

“The refrigeration system can subcool the liquid nitrogen to -200°C.”

2. noun

a temperature below the freezing point of a substance.

“The subcool of the liquid nitrogen is crucial for the experiment.”

Synonyms

  • decooler
  • decrystallizer

Antonyms

  • supercool
  • thaw