freeze vs frost

[Kionre]

English Language Proficiency Tests, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #572 "Weather Test (9)", question 3

When skin is exposed to harsh, cold temperatures for too long, reddish skin with white spots are the noticeable signs of a skin condition known as ......... bite.

(a) freeze
(b) frost
(c) cold

English Language Proficiency Tests, Advanced Level

ESL/EFL Test #572 "Weather Test (9)", answer 3

When skin is exposed to harsh, cold temperatures for too long, reddish skin with white spots are the noticeable signs of a skin condition known as frost bite.

Correct answer: (b) frost
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freeze vs frost?

Kionre

[Mister Micawber]

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'Freeze' is a verb meaning 'turn to ice'; 'frost' as a verb means 'to coat or become coated with ice'.
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