Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hoarfrost
noun
/ˈhɔːr.frɔːst/
Definition
Hoarfrost is a type of frost that forms when moisture in the air freezes onto cold surfaces, creating a white, feathery layer of ice.
Examples
- In the early morning light, the garden was covered in a beautiful layer of hoarfrost.
- The hoarfrost clung to the branches, creating a stunning winter landscape.
- Walking through the field, she admired the delicate patterns of hoarfrost on the grass.
Meaning
Hoarfrost typically occurs on clear, cold nights when the temperature drops significantly, allowing water vapor to deposit as ice crystals.
Synonyms
- frost
- ice
- crystallization
