Pronunciation: /rɪˈfrɪdʒərənt/
noun a substance used for cooling or freezing, such as freon or ammonia
A1 My refrigerator uses a special refrigerant to keep my food cold.
A2 It is important to properly dispose of old refrigerant to protect the environment.
B1 The technician will need to recharge the refrigerant in the air conditioning unit.
B2 The new refrigerant being used is more environmentally friendly than the previous one.
C1 The regulations regarding the use of refrigerants in commercial refrigeration systems are constantly changing.
C2 Scientists are researching alternative refrigerants that have less impact on the ozone layer.
formal The refrigerant used in this cooling system is environmentally friendly.
informal Make sure to top up the refrigerant in your car's air conditioning.
slang I need to get my AC checked, I think the refrigerant is low.
figurative His calm demeanor acted as a refrigerant, cooling down the heated argument.
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