freezing

/ˈfɹiːz.ɪŋ/

FɹIːZ · ɪŋ (2 syllables)

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Definition

Suffering or causing frost.

Etymology

By surface analysis, freeze + -ing.

Example Sentences

  • "Despite this, the average temperature at the surface [of Mars] is 50–60K below freezing, making it hard to imagine that any plants or animals could survive."
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