freezing point

noun

: the temperature at which a liquid solidifies

Examples of freezing point in a Sentence

The freezing point of water is 0 degrees Celsius and 32 degrees Fahrenheit.
Recent Examples on the Web The number of winter days with a minimum temperature less than the freezing point, 32 degrees, is projected to decrease dramatically over the century, the report finds. Detroit Free Press, 2 Feb. 2024 Average overnight lows throughout the northeastern part of the track usually fall below the freezing point in April. Jay Anderson, Discover Magazine, 21 Feb. 2024 Because different minerals crystallize at different temperatures (yes, molten rock has a freezing point), minerals like olivine that crystallize early can settle to the bottom of a magma body and accumulate. Scott K. Johnson, Ars Technica, 18 Sep. 2023 Veterinarians also recommend closely monitoring your dog and limiting their time outside when the temperature nears the freezing point or drops below it. Discover Magazine, 1 Feb. 2024 Though this is water’s freezing point, pure water will only freeze when temperatures plummet as low as minus 46° C (minus 50.8° F). Elizabeth Rayne, Ars Technica, 7 Dec. 2023 Maybe Europa’s ocean is especially salty, which would lower the freezing point. WIRED, 24 Dec. 2023 Price at time of publish: $18 Best Winter Washer Fluid Prestone Deluxe 2-in-1 Windshield Washer Fluid View On Amazon View On Home Depot This washer fluid from Prestone won’t turn to ice, thanks to a super low freezing point of -27 degrees Fahrenheit. Annie Gabillet, Travel + Leisure, 6 Dec. 2023 Lower the freezing point: Try adding a splash of vodka to your homemade ice cream—the alcohol keeps the ice cream scoopable when frozen. Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 29 Sep. 2023

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Word History

First Known Use

1747, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of freezing point was in 1747

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“Freezing point.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/freezing%20point. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

freezing point

noun
: the temperature at which a liquid becomes solid

Medical Definition

freezing point

noun
: the temperature at which a liquid solidifies
specifically : the temperature at which the liquid and solid states of the substance are in equilibrium at atmospheric pressure : melting point
the freezing point of water is 0° Celsius or 32° Fahrenheit

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