Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

nieve

noun

/ˈniː.ɛv/, /ˈnɛɪ.vɪ/

Definition

A type of snow; refers specifically to soft, fluffy snow that is moist and provides good conditions for making snowmen or snowballs.

Examples

The children loved playing in the nieve, creating snowmen and having snowball fights.
After the storm, the mountains were covered in a thick layer of nieve, perfect for skiing.

Meaning

Nieve describes a certain quality of snow that is ideal for winter activities, typically characterized by its lightness and ability to stick together.