cold storage
Americannoun
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the storage of food, furs, etc., in an artificially cooled place.
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a condition of suspension of action or activity; abeyance.
noun
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the storage of things in an artificially cooled place for preservation
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informal a state of temporary suspension
to put an idea into cold storage
Etymology
Origin of cold storage
First recorded in 1890–95
Example Sentences
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Chris Paxton KC told the packed court bodies had been discovered "on the racks" of a cold storage area and one was found on a stretcher on the floor.
From BBC ● Jul. 27, 2026
Two days after the blaze at Lineage Logistics’ cold storage facility ignited on June 17, Robb began working for the company, aiding with communications consulting, he confirmed to The Times.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 12, 2026
A year before a massive fire at a Boyle Heights cold storage building sent polluted smoke into surrounding communities, the operator of the facility came to Los Angeles City Hall with a request.
From Los Angeles Times ● Jul. 10, 2026
Tuchel will still be keeping his fingers crossed that Kane stays fit, especially with Toney and Watkins placed in cold storage.
From BBC ● Jul. 2, 2026
The barn was twice the size of the house, built on top of a natural cave that served as a root cellar and cold storage.
From Anya and the Dragon by Sofiya Pasternack
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