Frost (Verb)
Meaning 1
Damage by frost; "The icy precipitation frosted the flowers and they turned brown".
Classification
Verbs of size, temperature change, intensifying, etc..
Examples
- The icy storms frosted the crops, resulting in significant losses for local farmers.
- Frost from the extremely cold night damaged the delicate petals of the roses.
- The unusual drop in temperature frosted the car windshield, making it difficult to drive.
- Prolonged exposure to frost caused the leaves of the palm tree to wither and die.
- The harsh winter weather frosted the electrical wires, leading to a power outage in the neighborhood.
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Meaning 2
Provide with a rough or speckled surface or appearance; "frost the glass"; "she frosts her hair".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Meaning 3
Decorate with frosting; "frost a cake".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.
Examples
- The baker carefully began to frost the cake with a thin layer of chocolate frosting.
- She used a piping bag to frost intricate designs onto the wedding cake.
- Will you help me frost the cupcakes for my sister's birthday party?
- It's essential to let the cake cool completely before you frost it with buttercream.
- The decorator expertly frosted the cake with a smooth, even layer of white frosting.
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Meaning 4
Cover with frost; "ice crystals frosted the glass".
Classification
Verbs of touching, hitting, tying, digging.