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Definition coldness in American English

coldness noun

[uncountable] noun
/ˈkoʊldnəs/
1

behavior that is not friendly or sympathetic

Example

She was treated with coldness, indifference and even contempt.

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2

the state or condition of having a temperature that is low or lower than normal

Example

He gasped with shock at the icy coldness of the water.

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Definition coldness in American English