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noun
The condition of air temperature dropping below the freezing point at or near ground level.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
Topics: climatology, meteorology, natural-sciences
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noun
Ice produced by the direct deposition of water vapor on grass, trees and other objects in freezing conditions.
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noun
The frozen upper level of soil, caused by the air temperature dropping below the freezing point for a lengthy period of time; in temperate climates the soil thaws completely for the summer and in cold climates it may develop to permafrost.
Definition source: English Wiktionary via Wiktextract
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Synonyms: tjaele
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