Definition of "chill" []

• A moderate but penetrating coldness. (noun)
• A sensation of coldness, often accompanied by shivering and pallor of the skin. (noun)
• A checking or dampening of enthusiasm, spirit, or joy: bad news that put a chill on the celebration. (noun)
• A sudden numbing fear or dread. (noun)
• Moderately cold; chilly: a chill wind. (adjective)

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• "That's not required in Maryland, Virginia or the District, yet a chill is already affecting local sales."
• ""Hardly," she said, her voice and her expression chill."
• "As we stepped through the glass front doors, the chill from the air-conditioning slapped me like I'd mouthed off."