Definition of «freezing rain»

"Freezing rain" refers to raindrops that become ice when they touch surfaces that are below freezing temperatures, like the ground or objects.

The worst situation during winter storms or in days of freezing rain is to encounter skid or slide while you are in the road. (wannadrive.com)
While these surfaces work well in freezing rain, they don't effectively stop ice resulting from fog or frost. (sciencedaily.com)
It was freezing rain today so literally we took these pictures in the rain in 10 - minutes and then ran back inside. (zunera-serena.com)
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