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Meaning of the word frost in English

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frost

US /frɑːst/
UK /frɑːst/
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Noun

1.

a deposit of small white ice crystals formed on the ground or other surfaces when the temperature falls below freezing point

Example:
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The car windshield was covered in a thick layer of frost.
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There was a heavy frost last night, so be careful on the roads.
Synonym:
rimehoarfrostice
2.

a period of cold weather when the temperature is below freezing

Example:
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The region experiences severe frosts in winter.
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The plants were damaged by the early frost.
Synonym:
freezecold snapwinter

Verb

1.

cover (a surface) with frost

Example:
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The cold air began to frost the windows.
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The ground was frosted over by morning.
Synonym:
freezeice overrime
2.

decorate (a cake, cookie, or pastry) with frosting

Example:
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She decided to frost the cupcakes with vanilla icing.
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The baker expertly frosted each cookie with intricate designs.
Synonym:
iceglazedecorate
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Related Word:
frostingfrosted