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freezing point
noun
: the temperature at which a liquid freezes
Full Definition of FREEZING POINT
: the temperature at which a liquid solidifies
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First Known Use of FREEZING POINT
1747
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FREEZING POINT Defined for Kids
freezing point
noun
Definition of FREEZING POINT for Kids
: the temperature at which a liquid becomes solid
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freezing point
noun
Medical Definition of FREEZING POINT
: 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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