Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

silver-thaw

Noun

/ˈsɪlvər θɔː/

Definition

A phenomenon that occurs when a thin layer of ice melts and an underlying layer of water or slush is formed, typically seen during a warm spell in winter.

Examples

After the silver-thaw, the roads became very slippery, making travel dangerous.
We observed a silver-thaw in the morning, causing the landscape to glisten with melting ice.

Meaning

Silver-thaw refers to a specific weather condition where freezing temperatures give way to a temporary thaw, resulting in the formation of wet, slick surfaces.