winter
- 01 A1 Beginner
n.the coldest season of the year, coming between autumn and spring.
n.the coldest of the four temperate seasons, occurring between the autumn equinox and the spring equinox.
Simple“We usually get a lot of snow here during the winter.”
In context“The harsh winter of 1947 caused significant disruption to the national infrastructure, leading to widespread fuel shortages and transport failures.”
SynonymswintertimeAntonyms - 02 C2 Proficiency
n.a time of old age, sadness, or the end of something.
n.a figurative period of decline, old age, or dormancy preceding an end.
Simple“The old king felt he was in the winter of his life.”
In context“The poet uses the imagery of a barren landscape to represent the metaphorical winter of a dying empire.”
- 03 B2 Upper Intermediate
v.to stay in a particular place during the cold months.
v.to pass the winter season in a specific location; often used of migratory animals or people traveling to warmer climates.
Simple“Many birds winter in the south where the weather is warmer.”
In context“Wealthy retirees often choose to winter in the Mediterranean to avoid the damp and grey conditions of Northern Europe.”
UsageThe verb is often intransitive, frequently followed by 'in' or 'at'.
Synonymsoverwinterhibernate - 04 C1 Advanced
v.to keep and feed animals during the cold months to protect them.
v.to keep, feed, or manage livestock through the winter months.
Simple“The farmer had to winter the cattle in the large barn.”
In context“The cost of wintering the herd has risen sharply due to the increased price of imported hay and grain.”
UsageUsed transitively when referring to the management of livestock.