Pronunciation: /ædˈfriːz/
noun a condition in which something is frozen or stuck together by ice
A1 In winter, adfreeze can cause pipes to burst.
A2 The road was closed due to adfreeze, making it unsafe for driving.
B1 Adfreeze is a common occurrence in regions with extreme cold temperatures.
B2 Engineers must account for adfreeze when designing structures in cold climates.
C1 The construction project was delayed due to unexpected adfreeze conditions.
C2 Specialized equipment is used to prevent adfreeze from affecting critical infrastructure.
verb to freeze or become stuck together by ice
A1 The water in the pipes adfreezes during winter.
A2 I had to call a plumber because my pipes adfroze.
B1 The car's brakes adfreeze in icy conditions.
B2 It's important to prevent your pipes from adfreezing in cold weather.
C1 The extreme cold caused the engine to adfreeze and stop working.
C2 Proper insulation can help prevent your windows from adfreezing in winter.
formal Adfreeze is a term used in geotechnical engineering to describe the freezing of soil around a structure.
informal I had never heard of adfreeze until I started studying civil engineering.
slang I'm so over this adfreeze weather, I need some sunshine!
figurative The tension in the room was like an adfreeze, nobody wanted to make a move.
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