snow
fall
Plural
snowfalls
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the event during which snow begins to fall from the sky
- The peaceful countryside was transformed into a winter wonderland after a heavy snowfall blanketed the landscape in a pristine layer of white.
- Children rushed outside, giggling with delight as they caught snowflakes on their tongues during the first snowfall of the season.
- The city came to a standstill as commuters navigated treacherous roads and sidewalks obscured by the relentless snowfall.
- The cozy cabin offered a perfect retreat from the cold, with a crackling fire and windows framing a breathtaking view of the snowfall outside.
Synonyms:
2
the amount of snow that falls from the sky within a specific area during a particular period, usually measured over a given timeframe, such as a year
- The mountainous area experienced record-breaking snowfall last winter, with over 12 meters of snow covering the landscape by the end of the season.
- Residents of the rural community rely on snowfall measurements to gauge the severity of winter storms and prepare accordingly, stocking up on supplies and winterizing their homes.