cooler
n. countable A2 Elementary US //ˈkuɫɝ// UK //kˈuːlɐ// cool·er
n. an insulated container used to keep food and drinks cold. You usually take one with you to the beach, a picnic, or a party.
n. an insulated box or container designed to maintain a low internal temperature for the preservation of food and beverages.
We packed the cooler with ice and soda for the picnic.
Before heading to the beach, they filled the cooler with sandwiches and cold water to avoid buying expensive snacks.
Modern high-end coolers utilize thick rotomolded plastic and heavy-duty seals to maintain ice for several days, even when exposed to direct sunlight in tropical climates.
From cool + -er.
Usage
Commonly used in North American English; often referred to as a 'cool box' in British English.