Meaning of the word snowflakes in English
What does snowflakes mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
snowflakes
US /ˈsnoʊ.fleɪks/
UK /ˈsnəʊ.fleɪks/
Plural Noun
1.
individual ice crystals that fall from the sky as precipitation, typically having a hexagonal shape
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The first snowflakes of winter began to fall softly.
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Each of the snowflakes had a unique and intricate design.
2.
(derogatory) overly sensitive or easily offended people, often perceived as lacking resilience
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Some older generations dismiss younger people as a bunch of snowflakes.
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He called them snowflakes for complaining about the minor inconvenience.
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