Freeze ( verb , noun )

(As a verb)

Freeze ( verb )

1. Change (a liquid) into solid form, typically as a result of low temperature.
2. Make or become cold enough for ice to form on the surface.
3. Stop the normal movement or activity of (something).
4. Stop the development or progress of (something).
5. Make (someone) so cold that they cannot move or feel numb.

Origin:

Old english frēosan, of germanic origin; related to dutch vriezen and german frieren. the noun is from old english frēosan.

Examples:

1. The water in the lake froze over during the cold winter.
2. The temperature dropped and we could see our breath freeze in the air.
3. The company froze hiring for a period of time.
4. The government froze the assets of the criminal organization.
5. He felt his blood freeze in his veins when he saw the bear.

(As a noun)

Freeze ( noun )

1. Change (a liquid) into solid form, typically as a result of low temperature.
2. Make or become cold enough for ice to form on the surface.
3. Stop the normal movement or activity of (something).
4. Stop the development or progress of (something).
5. Make (someone) so cold that they cannot move or feel numb.

Origin:

Old english frēosan, of germanic origin; related to dutch vriezen and german frieren. the noun is from old english frēosan.

Examples:

1. The water in the lake froze over during the cold winter.
2. The temperature dropped and we could see our breath freeze in the air.
3. The company froze hiring for a period of time.
4. The government froze the assets of the criminal organization.
5. He felt his blood freeze in his veins when he saw the bear.