Frost (noun)

  1. A covering of tiny ice crystals formed when the temperature of a surface falls below freezing point.
  2. A temperature low enough to cause this to occur.
  3. A harsh or cold quality.
  4. A type of decoration made by spreading sugar on a surface, especially on a cake.
  5. 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:

  1. The grass was covered in frost this morning.
  2. The frost made the roads slippery and dangerous to drive on.
  3. The air was crisp and had a frosty feel to it.
  4. The baker added a delicate frosting to the cake.
  5. The forecast called for clear skies with a chance of frost overnight.
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