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flash-freeze

verb · 2 senses · updated from the 2026-07-25 local source snapshot

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1

verb

Meaning 1

To freeze something, especially food, very rapidly by subjecting it to cryogenic temperatures.

Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract

Usage: transitive

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Meaning relationships

Synonyms: none provided

Antonyms: none provided

2

verb

Meaning 2

freeze rapidly so as to preserve the natural juices and flavors

Definition source: Princeton WordNet 3.0

Examples

  • quick-freeze the shrimp

Meaning relationships

Synonyms: quick-freeze

Antonyms: none provided

Broader terms: freeze

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