cooler

cool-er · adjective

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Definitions

adjective

  1. 1.

    More cool; at a lower temperature.

  2. 2.

    An insulated container for keeping food or drinks cold.

  3. 3.

    (informal) More fashionable or impressive.

  4. 4.

    (slang) A prison or jail cell.

  5. 5.

    A device that cools air or liquids.

Phrases & expressions

  • •
    water cooler — drinking fountain; place for casual conversation
  • •
    wine cooler — drink made with wine and fruit juice

Related words

Antonyms: hotter, warmer
See also: cold, cool, coolest
Synonyms: chillier, colder

Etymology

From Old English "cōl" (cool) + "-er" (comparative suffix).