Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

frozen account

noun
ˈfroʊ.zən əˈkaʊnt
Definition
A frozen account is a bank account that has been restricted due to legal reasons, suspicious activities, or if the account holder has unresolved issues.
Examples
  • Her funds were unavailable because her frozen account was under investigation.
  • He discovered his frozen account while trying to make an online purchase.
Meaning
When an account is frozen, the account holder cannot access the funds or make transactions until the matter is resolved.
Synonyms
  • restricted account
  • blocked account
  • disabled account