English Reference
Idiom idiom

in winter


This phrase means during winter, the coldest season of the year.


SIMPLE

“It snows a lot in winter.”

CONTEXTUAL

“We usually go skiing in the mountains in winter to enjoy the cold weather.”

COMPLEX

“Many migratory birds travel thousands of miles to warmer climates in winter to escape the harsh, freezing conditions of the north.”

Last updated April 22, 2026