All Definitions for Snow
Below are all the dictionary definitions of snow:
1The partly frozen, crystalline state of water that falls from the atmosphere as precipitation in flakes
2Also, the falling of such flakes
3And the accumulation of them on the ground or on objects as a white layer.
4An instance of the falling of snow (etymology 1, sense 1)
5A snowfall
6Also, a snowstorm.
7A period of time when snow falls
8A winter.
9An accumulation or spread of snow.
10Something resembling snow (etymology 1, sense 1) in appearance or color.
11The white color of snow.
12(figurative, slang) Money, especially silver coins.
13(figurative) Also in the plural: white hair on an (older) person's head.
14A dish or component of a dish resembling snow, especially one made by whipping egg whites until creamy.
15Preceded by the dummy subject it: to have snow (noun etymology 1, sense 1) fall from the atmosphere.
16To cover or scatter (a place or thing) with, or as if with, snow.
17To cause (something) to fall like snow.
18Of a thing: to fall like snow.
19(figurative) To cause (hair) to turn white
20Also, to cause (someone) to have white hair.
21(figurative) (originally US, slang) To convince or hoodwink (someone), especially by presenting confusing information or through flattery.
22(figurative) (poker) To bluff (an opponent) in draw poker by playing a hand which has no value, or by refusing to draw any cards.
23(figurative) (US, slang, chiefly passive voice) To cause (someone) to be under the effect of a drug
24To dope, to drug.
25(uncountable, slang) Powder cocaine.
26(slang, less frequently) An opiate powder, whether heroin or morphine.
27(chemistry) Chiefly with a descriptive word: a substance other than water resembling snow when frozen
28Specifically, frozen carbon dioxide.
29(figurative) Sea foam
30Sea spray.
31(figurative) The moving pattern of random dots seen on a radar or television screen, etc., when no transmission signal is being received or when there is interference.
32(figurative) Clusters of white flowers.
33(figurative, poetic) White marble.
34(figurative, slang, dated) White linen which has been washed.
35A square-rigged sailing vessel similar to a brig formerly used as a warship, with a foremast, a mainmast, and a trysail mast immediately abaft (behind) the mainmast.
36A surname.
37(marine biology) Clipping of marine snow (“sinking organic detritus in the ocean”). [(marine biology) Sinking organic detritus in the ocean.]
About rhymes for snow
Finding the right rhyme for snow helps poets and songwriters add rhythm, musicality, and memorability to their work. Defined as "The partly frozen, crystalline state of water that falls from the atmosphere as precipitation in flakes", snow has 20 words that share its ending sound pattern.
Each rhyme carries a slightly different meaning and connotation. Apropos is the most common rhyme in everyday usage. Show works well in formal or poetic contexts. Flow is often preferred when the context calls for a specific nuance or imagery.
When choosing a rhyme, consider the meaning, formality level, and intended emotional impact. Some rhymes work better in casual songs while others shine in formal poetry. The list above provides the most common and useful rhymes for snow, but always read your line aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally and supports your intended message.