English · Nature & Environment
freeze
/friːz/
[/friːz/]
turn to ice from cold
Beginnerverb
Definition
To become hard and solid, or to turn to ice, because of cold. It can also mean to stop moving suddenly.
Example
Water will freeze when it gets very cold.
Water will freeze when it gets very cold.
Etymology
From Old English 'frēosan' (to freeze).
How & Where It’s Used
Used for cold weather, freezing food, and stopping suddenly.