Frost
(noun)
- A covering of tiny ice crystals formed when the temperature of a surface falls below freezing point.
- A temperature low enough to cause this to occur.
- A harsh or cold quality.
- A type of decoration made by spreading sugar on a surface, especially on a cake.
- The weather condition characterized by the formation of frost.
Origin:
Old english forst, of west germanic origin; related to dutch vorst and german frost.
Examples:
- The grass was covered in frost this morning.
- The frost made the roads slippery and dangerous to drive on.
- The air was crisp and had a frosty feel to it.
- The baker added a delicate frosting to the cake.
- The forecast called for clear skies with a chance of frost overnight.