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wintry
—wintry /ˈwɪn.tri/
Ⅰ adjective (LIKE WINTER) ► F0 typical of winter: » It looks like this wintry weather is here to stay.» This afternoon we may see some wintry showers (= snow mixed with rain) over higher ground.» Wintry conditions are making roads hazardous for drivers in the northeast of England.Thesaurus+: ↑Cold , ↑Snow and iceWord Builder:–Nouns: winter, midwinter–Adjectives: wintry
Ⅱ adjective LITERARY (EXPRESSION) ► F0 unfriendly and disapproving: » She gave a wintry smile.Thesaurus+: ↑Not being friendly , ↑Not saying much , ↑Blunt and direct in speech and behaviour |