Fog Meaning and Definition
Fog
Pronunciation
/fɔɡ/
Part of Speech
Noun
Definition
A cloud-like mass of tiny water droplets suspended in the air near the surface, reducing visibility and often occurring in misty or steamy conditions.
Examples
- The fog rolled in suddenly, making it difficult to see more than a few feet in front of us.
- The train was delayed due to heavy fog on the tracks.
Synonyms
- Mist
- Fogbank
- Moisture
Antonyms
- Clear
- Sun
- Cloudless
Etymology
The word “fog” comes from Old English ” fogga”, which means “mist” or “fog”. The term has been in use since at least the 8th century.
Usage Notes
Fog is often used as a meteorological term to describe a type of weather phenomenon. It can also be used more broadly to describe a hazy or confusing situation.
Cultural References
Fog has been a popular theme in literature and art, particularly in the works of Alfred Hitchcock, who often used it as a plot device in his films.
Idiomatic Expressions or Phrases
- navigate through the fog
- smoke and mirrors, or a fog of confusion
- fog of war
Related Words or Phrases
- Cloud
- Mist
- Steam
- Haze
Collocations
- fog rolls in
- fog lifts
- visibility is reduced due to fog
- it’s foggy outside
Frequency of Use
Fog is a relatively common word in modern language, with an estimated frequency of use of around 1.5 per 100,000 words.
Common Misspellings
- foe
- foog
- fogg