Winter Vocabulary: Snow, Ice, Cold Weather, and Safety

Ice

Frozen water that forms on surfaces when temperatures drop below 0°C (32°F).

Snow

Precipitation in the form of ice crystals that falls from clouds when temperatures are low.

Remove

To take something away or off from a place.

Melt

The process of a solid turning into a liquid due to heat.

Shovel

A tool with a broad blade used for digging, lifting, or moving materials such as snow.

Plow

A vehicle or tool used to clear snow from roads or pathways.

Fort

A structure built for defense or as a play area, often made from snow in winter.

Snowball fight

A game in which participants throw snowballs at each other.

Angels

Snow angels are shapes made in the snow by lying down and moving arms and legs.

Dig

To break up and move earth or snow using a tool or hands.

Frostbite

Injury to body tissues caused by extreme cold, often affecting fingers and toes.

Storm

Severe weather characterized by strong winds, heavy precipitation, and often snow.

Gloves

Hand coverings that protect against cold, often made from wool or synthetic materials.

Fire

The process of combustion that produces heat and light, often used for warmth.

Blizzard

A severe snowstorm with strong winds and low visibility.

Mask

A covering for the face, often used for warmth in cold weather.

Freeze

To become solid due to low temperatures, often referring to water turning into ice.

Sled

A small vehicle of various designs used for sliding over snow.

Wind

The movement of air, which can be cold and strong during winter.

Chill

A feeling of coldness, often used to describe cold weather.

Scarf

A piece of fabric worn around the neck for warmth.

Snowboard

A board used for sliding down snow-covered slopes, typically attached to the feet.

Boots

Footwear that covers the ankle and is often insulated for warmth in winter.

Hat

A head covering worn for warmth or protection from the cold.

Earwarmers

Accessories worn over the ears to keep them warm in cold weather.

Long underwear

Thermal undergarments worn for additional warmth in cold weather.

Mittens

Hand coverings that have a separate section for the thumb and a single section for the other fingers.

Fall

refers to the action of dropping down.

Slip

To lose traction and slide unintentionally, often on ice or snow.

Slide

To move smoothly along a surface, often used in the context of sliding on snow or ice.

Dark

The absence of light, often referring to winter nights.

Flashlight

A portable handheld light source used to illuminate dark areas.