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refrigerant

[ri-frij-er-uhnt] / rɪˈfrɪdʒ ər ənt /
NOUN
cooler
Synonyms
STRONGEST
STRONG


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Chemist Roy Plunkett accidentally created Teflon while experimenting with refrigerant gases.

From Science Daily • Mar. 14, 2026

Those seasonal tuneups start with simple tasks like changing filters, inspecting refrigerant levels and keeping outdoor components clean, according to the experts at Constellation.

From MarketWatch • Feb. 28, 2026

Karman has developed a cooling system similar to the heat pumps in the average home, except its pumps use liquid carbon dioxide as refrigerant, which is circulated using rocket engine technology rather than fans.

From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 22, 2026

By compressing the refrigerant, you boost that heat further.

From BBC • Dec. 15, 2025

He keeps adding refrigerant for the air conditioner, but it’s busted, along with the door locks, so we always ride with the windows down no matter how hot it is outside.

From "Merci Suárez Changes Gears" by Meg Medina