frosting
Translation
frosting, icing, frost
Examples
The cake had a thick layer of frosting.
The cake had a thick layer of frosting.
There was a frosting of ice on the window.
There was a frosting of ice on the window.
Grammar Patterns
frosting ((on sth.)) a sweet topping on something The cake had a thick layer of frosting.
Similar Words
Synonyms: icing, glaze
Etymology
From the word 'frost', because its appearance is similar to frost.
Memory Tips
Imagine the white 'frost' on a cold morning looks just like the sweet 'frosting' on a cupcake.