freezing drizzle

noun

1. drizzle that falls as a liquid but freezes into glaze or rime upon contact with the ground.

Word History and Origins

Origin of freezing drizzle¹

First recorded in 1955–60

Example Sentences

While not showing up on radar, we’ve had patchy freezing drizzle across the area this evening and reports of multiple accidents.

From Washington Post

There could be some more of that patchy freezing drizzle around.

From Washington Post

There could be a few snowflakes at times or a bit of light freezing drizzle, but it shouldn’t amount to much.

From Washington Post

As it starts, there may be some snow or sleet, but that should transition to light and patchy freezing drizzle or freezing rain as temperatures warm aloft.

From Washington Post

Coastal storms often throw in some freezing drizzle or sleet.

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