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Vocabulary Entry
frostbite
|noun • verb
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N
noun
An injury to body tissue caused by extreme cold, often affecting the extremities.
Example Sentences
"After spending hours in the snow without proper clothing, she suffered from frostbite."
"Frostbite can lead to severe damage if not treated promptly."
"The doctor explained the symptoms of frostbite to the group of hikers."
V
verb
To injure body tissue by exposing it to extreme cold.
Example Sentences
"He frosted his fingers while climbing the icy mountain."
"The extreme temperatures can frostbite unprotected skin within minutes."
"Make sure to wear gloves so you don’t frostbite your hands."