liquid nitrogen

noun
UK /ˌlɪkwɪd ˈnaɪtrədʒən/
US /ˌlɪkwɪd ˈnaɪtrədʒən/

Liquid nitrogen is a very cold liquid made from a gas in the air that can freeze things fast.

The scientist poured liquid nitrogen into a bowl and white fog rolled out.


OTHER MEANINGS

2. A coolant used in science and industry to keep things extremely cold.

The lab stores samples in liquid nitrogen to keep them frozen.

3. A substance used in food preparation to make instant ice cream or crispy textures.

The chef used liquid nitrogen to freeze the dessert at the table.

4. A cryogenic fluid used in medical settings to freeze and remove small skin growths.

The doctor applied liquid nitrogen to the wart.