freezer burn

noun

: light-colored spots developed in frozen foods as a result of surface evaporation and drying when inadequately wrapped or packaged

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To prevent freezer burn and maintain quality, store them in airtight freezer bags or containers. —

Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 2 Nov. 2024 To minimize air exposure and prevent freezer burn, use airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags. —

Katie Rosenhouse, Southern Living, 22 Oct. 2024 Watch this video to see how to store ice cream to prevent freezer burn. —

Cody Godwin, USA TODAY, 9 July 2024 Although the ideal way to freeze hot dogs to prevent freezer burn would be to wrap them individually in plastic wrap or aluminum foil before placing them in an airtight container, my simpler method has not caused any degradation in taste or texture. —

Taylor Tobin, Southern Living, 21 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for freezer burn