corn snow

American

noun

Skiing.

snow in the form of small pellets or grains produced by the alternate melting and freezing of a snow layer.

corn snow British

noun

skiing granular snow formed by alternate freezing and thawing

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Etymology

Origin of corn snow

First recorded in 1930–35

Example Sentences

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For those feeling peckish after the farm fun, the market sells midway-style bites, such as corn dogs, kettle corn, snow cones and roasted nuts.

From Washington Post • Sep. 23, 2021

Skiers were even able to go up to the Andean resort of Portillo for a crack at the last corn snow of the season.

From Time Magazine Archive

The rustle of spring to a growing horde of enthusiasts is the sound of skis knifing through good corn snow.

From Time Magazine Archive

Alpine Meadows boasts one of the best spring seasons in the Sierra, known for its "follow-the-sun" corn snow runs, four outdoor barbeques, Tahoe's best terrain park, live music on the sundeck, and unique spring events.

From Time Magazine Archive

There are so many things to like about spring-Warmer Temps, bluebird skies, longer days, corn snow.

From Time Magazine Archive

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