subfreezing

adjective sub·freez·ing \-ˈfrē-ziŋ\

: colder than the temperature at which water freezes : colder than 32°F or 0°C

Full Definition of SUBFREEZING

: being or marked by temperature below the freezing point (as of water) <subfreezing weather>

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