frost

noun

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\ ˈfrȯst

Definition of frost

(Entry 1 of 3)

1a : 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

2a : coldness of deportment or temperament : an indifferent, reserved, or unfriendly manner

b : failure the play was … a most dreadful frost— Arnold Bennett

frost

verb

frosted; frosting; frosts

Definition of frost (Entry 2 of 3)

transitive verb

1a : 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

intransitive verb

: to become frosted

Frost

biographical name

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Definition of Frost (Entry 3 of 3)

Robert Lee 1874–1963 American poet

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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 Web: Noun For example, some summer plants such as moss rose and caladiums play out long before the first frost. — Neil Sperry, ExpressNews.com, "Neil Sperry: Pruning redtip photinias too much a big mistake," 10 Dec. 2020 Meanwhile, pro athletes who train outside year-round (eagerly!) anticipate the first frost as a chance to mix up their routines, work different muscle groups, and develop mental stamina. — Kari Molvar, Vogue, "How to Take Your Winter Workout Outdoors," 8 Dec. 2020 When a particular food source is at its peak, such as freshly emerging oats or a frost-sweetened brassica plot, a buck won’t want to forgo it—even if he’s been spooked on or coming toward it. — Gerald Almy, Field & Stream, "Six Ways to Find That Buck You Spooked," 1 Dec. 2020 Options reach as cold as the negative double digits, with features like frost-preventing snorkels and windproof fabric — although exposure to such extreme temperatures can quickly become dangerous. — Ariel Cheung, chicagotribune.com, "The ultimate guide to winter camping in Illinois during COVID-19," 21 Nov. 2020 The winter months on Sanibel can become much cooler, sometimes bringing frost and the occasional freeze. — Cassie Armstrong, orlandosentinel.com, "Relax, you’re on (Sanibel) island time," 12 Nov. 2020 Behind the front, much colder air has brought frost and freeze advisories from the Plains through the Midwest and Ohio Valley. — Janice Dean, Fox News, "Rain across the East, possible first snow of the season in the West," 16 Oct. 2020 More frost and freezing temperatures are expected for Friday night into early Saturday. — Joe Taschler, Milwaukee Journal Sentinel, "Snow may show up across northern Wisconsin this weekend; metro Milwaukee could see a few flakes, too," 15 Oct. 2020 In 2016 and 2017, despite its best frost-protecting efforts, Hattingley Valley lost 90 percent of its buds, says head winemaker Emma Rice. — Jillian Kramer, Smithsonian Magazine, "English Sparkling Wines Challenge the Supremacy of Champagne, France—Thanks to Climate Change," 27 Jan. 2020 Recent Examples on the Web: Verb Just cut simple sugar cookies into hearts, bake and frost with royal icing. — Kate Merker, Good Housekeeping, "Heart-Shaped Cookies," 9 Dec. 2020 Not knowing to frost in between the two layers of cake. — Gaby Scelzo, Bon Appétit, "Forget Fancy Frosting or Fondant, I Just Want Lloyd’s Carrot Cake," 3 Dec. 2020 Since there have already been widespread freezing temperatures across those regions, the growing season has been declared over and frost and freeze advisories have been put on the shelf until next spring. — Leigh Morgan, al, "Snowflakes and freeze warnings for Alabama later today," 30 Nov. 2020 To serve, frost cupcakes with Cream Cheese Frosting. — The Good Housekeeping Test Kitchen, Good Housekeeping, "Pumpkin Spice Cupcakes With Cream Cheese Frosting," 13 July 2020 With no time spent on ventilation, there will typically be dew or frost inside the burrito from water vapor produced by you during the night, especially if your clothes are damp. — Popular Science, "Fifteen survival shelters that can save your life," 28 May 2020 The classic, yeast-style doughnuts are topped with vanilla frosting decorated with sprinkles and red icing. — Tanya Edwards, BostonGlobe.com, "Red, white, and delicious: Patriotic foods for your Fourth of July celebrations," 1 July 2019 Guinness Chocolate Cake with Baileys Irish Cream Cheese Frosting Nothing says St. Patrick’s Day more than this chocolate cake paired with Guinness and frosting paired with Baileys Irish Cream from BrownEyedBaker.com. — Fox News, "9 sweet treats for St. Patrick's Day," 11 Mar. 2016 One location offers a four-doughnut pack with three types of frosting — strawberry, chocolate, and vanilla — and two types of sprinkles for $7.99. — Kelsey Hurwitz, Woman's Day, "Dunkin' Is Selling DIY Doughnut Decorating Kits Across the U.S.," 7 May 2020

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