ground frost
"Ground frost" refers to freezing conditions at or near the earth's surface, affecting soil and vegetation.
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Definition
C1Meteorology
(technical, academic)A condition where the ground surface temperature falls below the freezing point, leading to the formation of ice on the ground.
Example
- Farmers were concerned about ground frost damaging their crops overnight.
- Ground frost was observed in the early morning, covering the grass with a thin layer of ice.
C1Meteorology
(technical, academic)The freezing of the upper layer of soil due to prolonged low air temperatures.
Example
- The ground frost penetrated deep into the soil, affecting the root systems of many plants.
- In colder climates, ground frost can lead to the development of permafrost.
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