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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Residents say the end can’t come soon enough and that the cold storage industry behemoth has already worn out its welcome.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 14, 2026
The operator of a cold storage warehouse that burned in Boyle Heights has said it expects to spend $80 million to $100 million to clean up the site.
From Los Angeles Times ● Aug. 6, 2026
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
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
Men drove swine and cattle, while others hauled massive blocks of ice for cold storage or dragged handcarts loaded with goods.
From "The City Beautiful" by Aden Polydoros
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