General
frosty
What does frosty mean?
Describes being cool-headed, alert, and watchful, especially on guard or in a tense tactical situation — 'stay frosty.'
"Long night ahead — everybody stay frosty."
Origin
US military slang.
Frequently asked questions
What does 'stay frosty' mean?
It means stay cool-headed, alert, and watchful — keep your guard up in a tense situation.
How is 'frosty' used?
It's an adjective for being sharp and ready, most often heard in the command 'stay frosty' before or during a tense watch.
Does 'frosty' mean unfriendly here?
No — unlike the everyday sense of a 'frosty' cold attitude, the military meaning is about calm alertness and readiness.
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