Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
freon
Noun
ˈfrē-ˌän
Definition
Freon is a trademarked name for a class of chemicals commonly used as refrigerants and in air conditioning systems.
Examples
- The refrigerator uses Freon to keep food cold.
- Freon is essential for the operation of many air conditioning systems.
- Due to environmental concerns, some older Freon compounds are being phased out.
Meaning
Freon refers to a group of dulci and inert halocarbon compounds. They are primarily used in various cooling and refrigeration applications.
Synonyms
- Refrigerant
- Halocarbon
- Chlorofluorocarbon (CFC)
