Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
fog
noun
/fɔg/
Definition
Fog is a thick cloud of tiny water droplets suspended in the air at or near the Earth’s surface, reducing visibility.
Examples
- The fog was so dense that I could barely see the road ahead.
- We decided to wait until the fog cleared before continuing our hike.
- They live in a coastal town often shrouded in thick fog.
Meaning
Fog occurs when the air is cooled to the point that it can no longer hold all its water vapor, causing it to condense into tiny droplets.
Synonyms
- mist
- haze
- smog
- cloud
