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hoarfrost

[hɔːfrɒst]

hoarfrost Definition

a white ice deposit that forms on the ground or other surfaces when the temperature falls below freezing and the air is moist.

Using hoarfrost: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "hoarfrost" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The trees were covered in hoarfrost this morning.

  • Example

    The hoarfrost on the windowpanes made it difficult to see outside.

  • Example

    The delicate hoarfrost crystals sparkled in the sunlight.

hoarfrost Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for hoarfrost

Phrases with hoarfrost

  • an alternative spelling of 'hoarfrost'

    Example

  • a type of hoarfrost that forms on windows

    Example

    The window frost was so thick that we couldn't see out.

  • a type of hoarfrost that forms on the ground

    Example

    The ground frost made the grass crunch underfoot.

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Summary: hoarfrost in Brief

Hoarfrost [hɔːfrɒst] is a white ice deposit that forms on surfaces when the temperature falls below freezing and the air is moist. It is also known as 'frost' or 'rime.' Examples include 'The trees were covered in hoarfrost this morning,' and 'The delicate hoarfrost crystals sparkled in the sunlight.' Other types of hoarfrost include 'window frost' and 'ground frost.'