Word: Frost

Pronunciation

/froʊst/

Definitions

• Noun: A coating of minute ice crystals that forms on surfaces when water vapor freezes directly from the air, usually overnight, often producing a white or gray deposit. For example: “The grass was covered with a thick layer of frost this morning.”
• Verb: (frost over) To cover with or become covered by frost. For example: “The windshield had frosted over during the night.”
• Noun: (figurative) A cold, unfriendly atmosphere or demeanor. For example: “His frosty reception made it clear he wasn’t pleased to see us.”

Phrases

• “Frostbite” refers to the injury caused by freezing that results in loss of feeling and color in affected areas.
• “Jack Frost” is a personification of frost, often depicted as a mischievous sprite associated with winter weather.
• “A frost warning” is issued when conditions are favorable for frost formation, typically in agricultural contexts.

Example Sentences

• Noun (weather): “The garden was destroyed by an unexpected early frost.”
• Verb: “We need to defrost the car windows before we can drive safely.”
• Noun (figurative): “Her frosty demeanor suggested she was unhappy with the decision.”

Synonyms

• Hoarfrost
• Rime
• Freeze
• Ice crystals
• Cold snap (in context of weather)
• Chilly reception (in context of demeanor)