1
a
: the process of freezing
b
: a covering of minute ice crystals on a cold surface
also
: ice particles formed from a gas
c
: the temperature that causes freezing
2
a
: coldness of deportment or temperament : an indifferent, reserved, or unfriendly manner
b
: failure
the play was … a most dreadful frost—
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frosted; frosting; frosts
1
a
: to cover with or as if with frost
especially
: to put icing on (cake)
b
: to produce a fine-grained slightly roughened surface on (such as metal or glass)
2
: to injure or kill (plants) by frost
3
: to make angry or irritated
that really frosts me
: to become frosted
Synonyms
Examples of frost in a Sentence
Noun
The grass was covered with frost.
Frost formed on the window.
These plants should bloom until the first frost of the season.
We had an early frost.
Verb
The cold had frosted the windows.
I have to frost the birthday cake.
Recent Examples on the WebHaadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 18 Apr. 2024
Gradually move your plant outside again in spring when the danger of frost has passed and night temperatures stay above 50˚ Fahrenheit.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2024
Snow levels will hover around 1,000 to 1,500 feet, and frost is possible.
—Sarah Linn, Sacramento Bee, 27 Feb. 2024
Adapted perennials will have extended their root systems below the wintering soil’s frost line.
—Tamara Yakaboski, The Denver Post, 26 Feb. 2024
Leave protective frost cloth covers in place until the end of the month.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Feb. 2024
Covering outdoor plants with different materials, such as frost cloth, blankets, towels, cardboard boxes, liquid frost protection and Styrofoam cups on cactus.
—Staff Reports, The Arizona Republic, 6 Apr. 2024
The bag did not have frost on top of it, police said in court records, despite the temperature being 17 degrees that morning.
—Sarah Nelson, The Indianapolis Star, 13 Mar. 2024
But in some years, petals fall off more rapidly because of wind, rain or frost.
—Jason Samenow, Washington Post, 9 Mar. 2024
Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2024
Spread remaining frosting over top and sides of cake.
—Pam Lolley, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2024
Creamy vanilla frosting creates the distinctive laced look.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Mar. 2024
Made with tender lemon cake layers spread with a tangy strawberry-lemonade jam, the cake is frosted with a dreamy strawberry frosting made with fresh berries and a drop of pink food coloring.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2024
And have no fear: That frosting design is made with a simple toothpick.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2024
The employee then piped some flowers made of frosting to top off the treat.
—Antonia Debianchi, Peoplemag, 23 Mar. 2024
Wilton White Creamy Decorator Icing Related Articles Those looking for a bold white frosting capable of creating a smooth surface will appreciate this dense, non-fluffy option.
—Jolene Thym, The Mercury News, 19 Mar. 2024
The key, is the chic satin-gold finish of her jewelry; creamy 18kt gold rings are frosted with sapphires, while diamond lobe jackets look like they have been dipped in sugar.
—Kate Matthams, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2024
Noun
Patchy areas of frost will be possible on Saturday and Sunday nights.
—Haadiza Ogwude, The Enquirer, 18 Apr. 2024
Gradually move your plant outside again in spring when the danger of frost has passed and night temperatures stay above 50˚ Fahrenheit.
—Megan Hughes, Better Homes & Gardens, 18 Apr. 2024
Snow levels will hover around 1,000 to 1,500 feet, and frost is possible.
—Sarah Linn, Sacramento Bee, 27 Feb. 2024
Adapted perennials will have extended their root systems below the wintering soil’s frost line.
—Tamara Yakaboski, The Denver Post, 26 Feb. 2024
Leave protective frost cloth covers in place until the end of the month.
—Nan Sterman, San Diego Union-Tribune, 3 Feb. 2024
Covering outdoor plants with different materials, such as frost cloth, blankets, towels, cardboard boxes, liquid frost protection and Styrofoam cups on cactus.
—Staff Reports, The Arizona Republic, 6 Apr. 2024
The bag did not have frost on top of it, police said in court records, despite the temperature being 17 degrees that morning.
—Sarah Nelson, The Indianapolis Star, 13 Mar. 2024
But in some years, petals fall off more rapidly because of wind, rain or frost.
—Jason Samenow, Washington Post, 9 Mar. 2024
Verb
Spread the chocolate frosting on the other side of the cookies and return them to the refrigerator to set for about 20 minutes.
—Kate Bradshaw, The Mercury News, 15 Apr. 2024
Spread remaining frosting over top and sides of cake.
—Pam Lolley, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2024
Creamy vanilla frosting creates the distinctive laced look.
—Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Mar. 2024
Made with tender lemon cake layers spread with a tangy strawberry-lemonade jam, the cake is frosted with a dreamy strawberry frosting made with fresh berries and a drop of pink food coloring.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 30 Mar. 2024
And have no fear: That frosting design is made with a simple toothpick.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2024
The employee then piped some flowers made of frosting to top off the treat.
—Antonia Debianchi, Peoplemag, 23 Mar. 2024
Wilton White Creamy Decorator Icing Related Articles Those looking for a bold white frosting capable of creating a smooth surface will appreciate this dense, non-fluffy option.
—Jolene Thym, The Mercury News, 19 Mar. 2024
The key, is the chic satin-gold finish of her jewelry; creamy 18kt gold rings are frosted with sapphires, while diamond lobe jackets look like they have been dipped in sugar.
—Kate Matthams, Forbes, 20 Feb. 2024
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frost
1 of 2 noun1
: the temperature that causes freezing
2
: a covering of tiny ice crystals on a cold surface
frost
2 of 2 verb1
a
: to cover with or as if with frost
especially
: to put icing on (as cake)
b
: to give a surface that looks like frost to
2
: to injure or kill by frost : freeze
Biographical Definition
Frost
biographical name
Robert Lee 1874–1963 American poet
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