Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
sleet
noun
/sliːt/
Definition
Sleet is a form of precipitation that consists of small pellets of ice.
Examples
- The weather forecast predicts sleet this evening.
- We saw sleet falling as we walked outside.
- It’s difficult to drive safely in sleet conditions.
Meaning
It typically occurs when rain falls through a layer of freezing air, causing the water droplets to freeze before reaching the ground.
Synonyms
- Ice pellets
- Freezing rain
- Wintry mix
