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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That will be most noticeable in the end zone, where an elaborate Surfin’ snowman design has been painted. Kirk Kenney, San Diego Union-Tribune, 30 Dec. 2025 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, 28 Dec. 2025 The end of the video reveals a tiny snowman between the two of them. Sari Hitchins, Parents, 27 Dec. 2025 On the box were two snowman ornaments — one blue, one pink — hinting at the big reveal. Jordan Greene, PEOPLE, 25 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for snowman

Word History

First Known Use

1827, in the meaning defined above

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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 6 Jan. 2026.

Kids Definition

snowman

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

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