freeze over
1 of 1verb/ˈfriz ˈoʊvər/
Forms:freezes over,freezing over,froze over,frozen over
1
(of bodies of water or other surfaces) to become completely covered or blocked with ice due to extremely cold temperatures
- The lake froze over during the harsh winter, allowing people to ice skate on its surface.
- The river froze over, creating a thick layer of ice that was dangerous to cross.
- The small pond in the park usually freezes over by December.
- After a night of sub-zero temperatures, the car's windshield had frozen over.
- The sidewalk froze over, making it treacherous for pedestrians.