Meaning & use

antifreeze

noun·Everyday

A liquid added to a vehicle's cooling system to lower its freezing point and prevent engine damage.

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He checked the antifreeze level before the first frost of winter arrived.

Spilled antifreeze is highly toxic to pets, who are often attracted to its sweet smell.

A note on using this word

Antifreeze also raises the boiling point of engine coolant, so it helps in both cold and hot conditions.

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