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noun
A winter event held on top of frosty, frozen, or snow-covered ground, or on a frozen body of water. It typically consists of a variety of vendors and various hands-on games, sports, or rides.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Antonyms: none provided
History
The first known use of the term frost fair dates back to an event held on the frozen River Thames in London, England in 1608. The term frost faire was also used during that time. (see River Thames frost fairs for more information)
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