Definition and meaning of English word "chill"
chill
/tʃɪl/
Meaning
NounA moderate, but uncomfortable and penetrating coldness.
How to use
The noun 'chill' is often used in formal and descriptive contexts to convey a sense of moderate but uncomfortable coldness. A common learner mistake is to confuse 'chill' with 'cold', which can refer to a lower temperature. Notably, 'chill' can be used in phrases like 'a chill in the air' to describe a subtle but felt drop in temperature.
🇬🇧 English
to chill
Example
There was a chill in the air.
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Common phrases
- a chill in the air— a chill in the air
- winter chill— winter chill
- chill of fear— chill of fear
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Frequency rank: #1447 in English
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What does the English word "chill" mean?▼
The English word "chill" means "to chill" in English.
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