frost

UK
/frɒst/
US
/frɑst/

Translations

frostnoun
frosts
pl
The frost covered the trees with a sparkling layer.
Мороз покрыл деревья сверкающим слоем.
The morning frost glistened on the grass.
Утренний иней блестел на траве.
Additional translations
frostverb
frosted
Past Simple
frosted
Past Participle
frosting
Gerund
UK
/frɒst/
US
/frɑst/
The cold weather will frost the plants overnight.
Холодная погода заморозит растения за ночь.
покрыть инеем
The windows began to frost as the temperature dropped.
Окна начали покрываться инеем, когда температура упала.
frostadjective
UK
/frɒst/
US
/frɑst/
Attributive use in combinations like "frost damage", "frost cloth"

Definitions

frostnoun
A deposit of small white ice crystals formed on the ground or other surfaces when the temperature falls below freezing.
The grass was covered in a thick layer of frost this morning.
A weather condition in which the temperature drops below the freezing point, causing water vapor to freeze.
The forecast predicts a heavy frost overnight, so cover your plants.
A cold, unfriendly manner or atmosphere.
There was a noticeable frost in the room when he entered.
frostverb
To cover or become covered with a thin layer of ice crystals.
The windows began to frost as the temperature dropped overnight.
To decorate a cake or other baked goods with icing or frosting.
She decided to frost the cupcakes with a rich chocolate icing.
To make something appear less clear or transparent, as if covered with frost.
The glass door was frosted to provide more privacy in the office.
frostadjective
Relating to, caused by, or intended to protect against frost.
Gardeners spread frost fleece over the seedlings on cold nights.