refrigeration
AmericanEtymology
Origin of refrigeration
1425–75; late Middle English refrigeracion < Latin refrīgerātiōn- (stem of refrīgerātiō ). See refrigerate, -ion
Example Sentences
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HCFCs and HFCs have been widely used in refrigeration and air conditioning systems.
From Science Daily • Jun. 9, 2026
The appeal says the site is near industrial facilities, including a warehouse with ammonia refrigeration, which "creates significant health risks for occupants".
From BBC • May 27, 2026
“With no resupply, refrigeration, or late-load capability, all meals must be carefully selected to remain safe, shelf-stable, and easy to prepare and consume in NASA’s Orion spacecraft.”
From Salon • Apr. 10, 2026
These inventions—from corn-processing equipment to electric refrigeration to a robotic vacuum—mechanized or eliminated work that once consumed hours of effort each day, and made domestic life safer and more comfortable.
From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 9, 2026
Zakariyya pointed to several diplomas hanging near the photos, for welding, refrigeration, diesel.
From "The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks" by Rebecca Skloot
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