Freeze

/fɹˈiːz/

/ˈfɹiz/

Definition & Meaning of "freeze"

to freeze

VERB

to become hard or turn to ice because of reaching or going below 0° Celsius

Intransitive

Example

As the temperature dropped overnight, the water in the pond began to freeze.

The rain that fell during the cold snap froze on contact with the ground.

to cause something to become solid or turn into ice by reducing its temperature

Transitive: to freeze a liquid

Example

The cold weather is currently freezing the pond.

Last night 's frost froze the dew on the grass.

to feel extremely cold

Intransitive

Example

Despite wearing multiple layers, she was still freezing while waiting for the bus in the bitter winter wind.

Exposed to the elements, the mountaineer was freezing on the summit.

(of the weather) to be very cold

Intransitive

Example

The forecast predicted that temperatures would freeze overnight, prompting residents to take precautions against frost.

The cold front moved in, causing it to freeze across the region, even during the daytime.

to store food products at a very low temperature to maintain their freshness and quality

Transitive: to freeze food

Example

I freeze extra portions of soup in individual containers for quick meals later.

Farmers freeze fruits and vegetables at peak ripeness to preserve their flavor and nutrients.

to suddenly stop moving or become immobilized due to fear, shock, or surprise

Intransitive

Example

As the bear emerged from the woods, Sarah froze, unable to move or scream.

The loud crash startled him, causing him to freeze in place, his heart pounding in his chest.

to look at or treat someone with disapproval, disdain, or indifference

Transitive: to freeze sb

Example

When she asked for help, he froze her with a glare, making her feel unwelcome.

The room fell silent as the teacher froze the misbehaving student with a stern look.

to legally prevent money, property, or a bank account from being used or sold

Transitive: to freeze a property or bank account

Example

The government decided to freeze the assets of the company suspected of money laundering until the investigation was complete.

In cases of suspected fraud, banks have the authority to freeze accounts to prevent further unauthorized transactions.

to stop a movie or video to look at a particular frame

Transitive: to freeze a movie or video

Example

During the film analysis class, the professor would frequently freeze the movie to discuss specific scenes in detail.

She paused the video player to freeze the frame showing the suspect entering the building, hoping to gather more clues.

(of software) to stop working properly and no longer respond to actions

Example

My computer froze while I was working on the report.

The screen froze, and I could n’t click anything.

Freeze

NOUN

an interruption or temporary suspension of progress or movement

weather cold enough to cause freezing

fixing (of prices or wages etc) at a particular level

the withdrawal of heat to change something from a liquid to a solid

freeze

INTERJECTION

used as a command to halt or stop someone or something immediately

Example

Freeze!

Nearby Words

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