fridge
Translation
fridge, refrigerator
Examples
Put the milk in the fridge.
Put the milk in the fridge.
The fridge is empty, we need to go shopping.
The fridge is empty, we need to go shopping.
Grammar Patterns
((in the)) fridge in the fridge There is some cheese in the fridge.
((a)) fridge-freezer a fridge-freezer We bought a new fridge-freezer.
Similar Words
Synonyms: refrigerator, icebox (dated)
Etymology
A shortened form of 'refrigerator'. The word 'refrigerator' comes from Latin 'refrigerare' (to make cool).
Memory Tips
Think of the word 'frigid', which means very cold. A fridge keeps things frigid.