# cryogenic

/ˈkɹaɪəˌdʒɛnɪk/ (US) · /kɹˌaɪəʊdʒˈɛnɪk/ (UK) · CEFR C1 · Adjective

Source: https://englishreference.com/word/cryogenic
Updated: 2026-05-26

## Definition

relating to very low temperatures, usually below -150 degrees Celsius. You use this to describe things like freezing food or keeping medical samples safe.

For teachers: relating to or denoting the production of extremely low temperatures, typically below -150°C. Often used in scientific, medical, or industrial contexts to describe storage or preservation methods.

## Examples

- The lab uses cryogenic storage for the rare samples.
- Cryogenic freezing is a common method for preserving biological tissues and seeds for long periods.
- Advancements in cryogenic engineering have allowed researchers to study superconductivity at temperatures that were previously impossible to maintain in a laboratory setting.

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