Etymology:
Meaning:
Frost is a thin layer of ice crystals that forms on surfaces exposed to the cold, usually during the night.
Origin:
The word "frost" originated from the Proto-Indo-European root "*preus-" which means "to freeze." This root is also found in other Indo-European languages, including:
The Proto-Germanic form "frostaz" developed from "preus-" with the addition of the suffix "-az." The Old English word "frost" evolved from the Proto-Germanic form.
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