Refrigerator
12 lettersnouncommonUpdated February 2026
Definition
An appliance or compartment that is artificially kept cool and used to store food and drink. Refrigerators preserve perishable items by maintaining low temperatures that slow bacterial growth.
“Please put the milk back in the refrigerator after you've poured yourself a glass.”
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Wordle
Contains 'REFRIG' base with multiple 'E' and 'R' letters; 'ERATOR' ending
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Valuable 12-letter word with 'F' and 'G' for extra points; household item
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