"bitter cold" meaning in English

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Phrase

Forms: bitterly cold [alternative]
Etymology: Coined by William Shakespeare in 1602 in "Hamlet," act 1, scene 1: : For this relief much thanks. 'Tis bitter cold, : And I am sick at heart. Etymology templates: {{coin|en|William Shakespeare|in=1602}} Coined by William Shakespeare in 1602 Head templates: {{head|en|phrase}} bitter cold
  1. Very cold and unpleasant. (of an environment) Categories (topical): Temperature
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