Definition of Subfreezing

1. Adjective. Colder than the freezing point of water, below 0 degrees C or 32 degrees F. ¹

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Definition of Subfreezing

1. [adj]

Lexicographical Neighbors of Subfreezing

subfonts
subformat
subformats
subformula
subformulae
subformulas
subfornical
subfossil
subfossils
subfoveal
subfraction
subfractionation
subfractions
subframe
subframes
subfreezing (current term)
subfulgent
subfunction
subfunctionalization
subfunctionalizations
subfunctions
subfund
subfunds
subfusc
subfuscous
subfuscs
subfusk
subfusks
subgame
subgames

Literary usage of Subfreezing

Below you will find example usage of this term as found in modern and/or classical literature:

1. The Medical Implications of Nuclear War by Fredric Solomon, Robert Q. Marston (1986)
"A period of weeks to months of darkened days and subfreezing temperatures would stress the ecosystems, on which mankind ultimately depends, ..."

2. Life in the Universe: An Assessment of the U.S. and International Programs by Committee On The Origins And E, ebrary, Inc (2003)
"... and in high- radiation-background environments (Department of Energy), waters of high heavy-metal content, extreme pH,3 and subfreezing conditions. ..."

3. Merriam-Webster's Dictionary of English Usage by Inc. Merriam-Webster (1994)
"James Leasor, Irish Digest, January 1953 in subfreezing temperatures augmented by a 35- mph wind —David Brudnoy, National Rev., 29 Dec. ..."

4. The Role of Federal Military Forces in Domestic Disorders, 1877-1945 by Clayton D. Laurie, Ronald H. Cole (1997)
"... in seven days through blizzards and subfreezing temperatures, arriving two days behind schedule. He transferred the prisoners to the custody of Maj. ..."

5. Permafrost: North American Contribution [to The] Second International Conference by Building Research Advisory Board Staff (1973)
"Silt and clay have fine pores, in which a significant portion of the water remains unfrozen at subfreezing temperatures.37 It is evident that a strong ..."

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