Cold Frame (Noun)
Meaning
Protective covering consisting of a wooden frame with a glass top in which small plants are protected from the cold.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The gardeners carefully placed the seedlings inside the cold frame to shield them from the harsh winter weather.
- To extend the growing season, she built a cold frame in her backyard using reclaimed wood and an old glass door.
- The old cold frame in the garden was still functional despite being over 20 years old, providing a cozy space for starting seeds.
- By using the cold frame, the gardener was able to start planting in late winter, weeks before the last frost date.
- The gardener lovingly tended to the lettuce and kale inside the cold frame, keeping them protected from the freezing temperatures outside.