freezing point
US /ˈfriːzɪŋ pɔɪnt/
UK /ˈfriːzɪŋ pɔɪnt/
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point de congélation
the temperature at which a liquid turns into a solid when cooled
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The freezing point of water is 0 degrees Celsius.
Le point de congélation de l'eau est de 0 degré Celsius.
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Salt lowers the freezing point of water, which is why it's used on icy roads.
Le sel abaisse le point de congélation de l'eau, c'est pourquoi il est utilisé sur les routes verglacées.