adj
wintry
Wintry (adj) means Suggestive or characteristic of winter; cold, stormy.
adj
1
Suggestive or characteristic of winter; cold, stormy.
2
Containing sleet or snow.
3
Aged, white-haired.
4
Chilling, cheerless.
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Etymology
From winter + -y; compare Old English wintriġ (a parallel formation).
Frequently asked questions
What is the meaning of wintry?
"wintry" (adj) means suggestive or characteristic of winter; cold, stormy.
What are the different meanings of wintry?
"wintry" has 3 main meanings: 1. Suggestive or characteristic of winter; cold, stormy; 2. Containing sleet or snow; 3. Aged, white-haired.