Etymology
The word "sleet" is derived from the Middle English word "slet" or "slete," which in turn comes from the Old Norse word "slátr" (plural "sláttar"). The Old Norse word is related to the Proto-Germanic word "*slētaną," which means "to strike" or "to beat."
Meaning and Origin
Sleet is a type of precipitation that occurs when both rain and snow are falling at the same time. It forms when snow falls from a higher altitude where it is cold and then encounters a layer of warm air closer to the ground. The snow partially melts into rain, but before it can completely melt, it hits a layer of cold air near the surface and refreezes into small ice pellets or grains.
Sleet is typically associated with cold, wintery weather and can make roads and sidewalks slippery and hazardous. It can also cause power outages and other disruptions. Sleet is most common in temperate climates, such as those in the United States, Europe, and Asia.
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