frosting

UK
/ˈfrɒstɪŋ/
US
/ˈfrɑstɪŋ/

Translations

frostingadjective
more frosting
Comp.
most frosting
Super.
UK
/ˈfrɒstɪŋ/
US
/ˈfrɔːstɪŋ/
Used attributively before another noun to denote items relating to or made for frosting.
frostingnoun
frostings
pl
The cake was covered in a thick layer of frosting.
Торт был покрыт толстым слоем глазури.
Synonyms
decorative coating
frostverb

frosting

Gerund

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.

Definitions

frostingadjective
Relating to frosting or designed for applying frosting.
She bought a frosting spatula to finish the cake.
frostingnoun
A sweet, creamy mixture used to coat or fill cakes, pastries, and other baked goods.
The birthday cake was covered in a thick layer of chocolate frosting.
A thin, icy layer that forms on surfaces, especially glass, due to condensation and freezing.
The car windows were covered in a delicate frosting after the cold night.
A superficial or decorative addition that does not affect the substance of something; an embellishment.
All the flashy animations are just frosting—what matters is the underlying data.
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.