Biting wind

Biting wind

BY-ting WIND ˈbaɪtɪŋ wɪnd
Phrase

Very cold sharp wind.

Example Sentences

"Biting wind today."
"Such a biting wind."

Etymology & History

British weather description. Wind that bites through clothing.

Word Details

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Region
United Kingdom
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Era
1800s
Language
none
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Formality
neutral

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