snowman

noun

snow·​man ˈsnō-ˌman How to pronounce snowman (audio)
: snow shaped to resemble a human figure

Examples of snowman in a Sentence

The kids built a snowman in the front yard.
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Though that snowman figurine or pumpkin candle may steal the show during its respective season, these items are only used a few times a year. Katelyn Squiers, Better Homes & Gardens, 24 Mar. 2025 Friday Bid farewell to winter at The Thaw's final weekend with live music, fire performances and a ceremonial snowman burning at 7:30pm. Chrissy Suttles, Axios, 20 Mar. 2025 While powdery snow is loved by skiers, wet snow is hard to shovel (but great for making snowmen). John Bacon, USA TODAY, 14 Feb. 2025 In the snap, the 43-year-old Trainwreck star can be seen smiling at her son as the duo struck a pose — right next to what looks to be an impressive in-ground snowman. Brenton Blanchet, People.com, 19 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for snowman

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of snowman was in 1827

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“Snowman.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/snowman. Accessed 4 Apr. 2025.

Kids Definition

snowman

noun
snow·​man ˈsnō-ˌman How to pronounce snowman (audio)
-ˈman
: snow shaped to resemble a person

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