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freeze-dried

American  
[freez-drahyd] / ˈfrizˈdraɪd /

adjective

  1. (of foods and beverages) preserved by means of freeze-drying.

    freeze-dried coffee.


Etymology

Origin of freeze-dried

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

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The material was then dialyzed, sterile filtered, and freeze dried.

From Science Daily • May 5, 2026

The food bank is particularly in need of jarred sauces, tinned food, and freeze dried food packets.

From BBC • Nov. 17, 2025

Start with a recipe base you love, Merriman said, and don't be afraid to try flavoring it with extracts, emulsions, freeze dried fruits, and other flavorings.

From Salon • Apr. 8, 2023

Ms. Schinner estimates there are about 30 cultures in her library, pelletized or freeze dried, and stored in the freezer.

From New York Times • Apr. 16, 2021

In particular, OFD Foods donated more than $1,000 worth of Mountain House freeze dried granola and blueberries, spaghetti, chicken fried rice and Italian pepper steak.

From Washington Times • Nov. 21, 2018

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