Meaning of the word refrigerant in English

What does refrigerant mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

refrigerant

US /rɪˈfrɪdʒ.ə.rənt/
UK /rɪˈfrɪdʒ.ə.rənt/

Noun

a substance used for refrigeration, such as a liquid or gas that absorbs heat from an area and then releases it elsewhere

Example:
The air conditioner needs more refrigerant to cool the room effectively.
Older refrigerators often used CFCs as a refrigerant, which are harmful to the ozone layer.