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frosting

noun frost·ing \ˈfrȯs-tiŋ\

: a sweet, creamy mixture that is used to cover cakes

: a dull surface on metal or glass

Full Definition of FROSTING

a : icing

: lusterless finish of metal or glass : mat; also : a white finish produced on glass (as by etching)

: the lightening (as by chemicals) of small strands of hair throughout the entire head to produce a two-tone effect — compare streaking

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noun frost·ing \ˈfrȯ-stiŋ\

: icing

: a dull finish on glass

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