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—
Arnold Bennett
Arnold Bennett
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 WebStaff 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
But a cold front expected to arrive later in the day will push all the moisture to the east and will cool things down considerably with patchy frost expected early Sunday in some parts of the region.
—David Montesino, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Mar. 2024
For example, relatively shallow frost depths will mean spring rains will be able to soak into the ground more instead of running off into rivers and streams.
—Journal Sentinel, 1 Mar. 2024
That's because the last frost date, or the average final spring frost, could be weeks away.
—The Enquirer, 27 Feb. 2024
Annuals die once frost hits but often not without going to seed to prepare for their next cycle.
—Tamara Yakaboski, The Denver Post, 26 Feb. 2024
People also shared photos of low thermometer readings inside their homes and even frost build-up on their windows amid heating outages caused by the accidents.
—Yuliya Talmazan, NBC News, 8 Feb. 2024
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
The berries are pureed, then strained to remove the seeds before they are added to the frosting, giving it a gorgeous pink hue and smooth texture.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2024
Not just frosting on the cake and background riffs, like is typical with what horn sections do.
—Melinda Newman, Billboard, 8 Mar. 2024
Use a frosting bag kit to create the colorful rainbow design on top.
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Mint Greek Frozen Yogurt
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This healthy St. Patrick’s Day dessert will bring some chill to your holiday.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 2024
Noun
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
But a cold front expected to arrive later in the day will push all the moisture to the east and will cool things down considerably with patchy frost expected early Sunday in some parts of the region.
—David Montesino, Fort Worth Star-Telegram, 8 Mar. 2024
For example, relatively shallow frost depths will mean spring rains will be able to soak into the ground more instead of running off into rivers and streams.
—Journal Sentinel, 1 Mar. 2024
That's because the last frost date, or the average final spring frost, could be weeks away.
—The Enquirer, 27 Feb. 2024
Annuals die once frost hits but often not without going to seed to prepare for their next cycle.
—Tamara Yakaboski, The Denver Post, 26 Feb. 2024
People also shared photos of low thermometer readings inside their homes and even frost build-up on their windows amid heating outages caused by the accidents.
—Yuliya Talmazan, NBC News, 8 Feb. 2024
Verb
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
The berries are pureed, then strained to remove the seeds before they are added to the frosting, giving it a gorgeous pink hue and smooth texture.
—Southern Living Test Kitchen, Southern Living, 11 Mar. 2024
Not just frosting on the cake and background riffs, like is typical with what horn sections do.
—Melinda Newman, Billboard, 8 Mar. 2024
Use a frosting bag kit to create the colorful rainbow design on top.
07 of 25
Mint Greek Frozen Yogurt
View Recipe
This healthy St. Patrick’s Day dessert will bring some chill to your holiday.
—Sarah Martens, Better Homes & Gardens, 5 Mar. 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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