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subfreezing

adjective
sub·​freez·​ing | \ ˈsÉ™b-ˈfrÄ“-ziÅ‹ How to pronounce subfreezing (audio) \

Definition of subfreezing

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

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 But even in that mode, the rover must balance battery conservation against subfreezing temperatures. — Niraj Chokshi, New York Times, "Huge Dust Storm on Mars Threatens NASA’s Opportunity Rover," 13 June 2018

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First Known Use of subfreezing

1885, in the meaning defined above

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subfreezing

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English Language Learners Definition of subfreezing

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

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