Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

slushy-snow

Noun
/ˈsləʃi snoʊ/
Definition
Wet, partially melted snow that is soft and mushy in texture.
Examples
  • The kids enjoyed playing in the slushy snow, making it easy to mold snowballs.
  • After the warm rain, the slushy snow covered the streets, making driving tricky.
  • She slipped on the slushy snow while walking to the store.
Meaning
Slushy snow refers to snow that has begun to melt, resulting in a mixture of water and ice particles. It often occurs when temperatures are around the freezing point.
Synonyms
  • sleet
  • slush
  • partially melted snow