Pronunciation: /frɔst kweɪk/
noun A geological phenomenon where water underground freezes and expands, causing the ground to crack and produce a loud noise
A1 I heard a loud noise outside last night, it might have been a frost quake.
A2 Frost quakes can occur in extremely cold weather conditions.
B1 Residents in the northern region are familiar with the phenomenon of frost quakes.
B2 Scientists study frost quakes to better understand their causes and effects.
C1 The geology of the area plays a significant role in the occurrence of frost quakes.
C2 Mitigation strategies for frost quakes involve monitoring temperature fluctuations and ground movements.
formal The phenomenon known as a frost quake occurs when the ground suddenly cracks due to the expansion of frozen water underground.
informal I heard a loud boom last night, turns out it was just a frost quake causing the ground to crack.
slang Dude, did you feel that frost quake last winter? It shook my whole house!
figurative The news of their breakup was like a frost quake, shattering the peaceful facade of their relationship.
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