Frosted

/ˈfrɔstɪd/ adjective/verb

Definition

Covered with a thin layer of ice crystals, or having a translucent, textured surface treatment.

Etymology

From Old English 'frost' + '-ed' suffix. The word evolved from describing natural ice formation to artificial treatments that create similar visual effects, particularly in glassmaking and food decoration.

Kelly Says

Frosted glass represents humanity's attempt to harness one of winter's most beautiful phenomena and make it permanent. The technique transforms transparency into mystery, allowing light through while maintaining privacy - it's democracy for windows, giving everyone the benefits without the full exposure.

Translations

DEDeutsch
gefroren
geh-FROH-rehn
ESEspañol
congelado
koh-neh-lah-DOH
FRFrançais
givré
zhee-vreh
ITItaliano
appannato
ah-pah-NAH-toh
JA日本語
shimo
KO한국어
서리
seori
PTPortuguês
congelado
koh-neh-lah-DOH
RUРусский
замороженный
zamorozhennyy
ZH中文
霜冻
shuāng dòng

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