CHILL (2)

chill (2). Chill, n. moderate cold, or with dampness and shivering, the fit which precedes the fever

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Chill, a. 1. 1. Moderately cold; tending to cause shivering; chilly; raw.
Noisome winds, and blasting vapors chill. Milton. 2. 2. Affected by cold. “My veins are chill.” Shak.
3. 3. Characterized by coolness of manner, feeling, etc.; lacking enthusiasm or warmth; formal; distant; as, a chill reception.
4. 4. Discouraging; depressing; dispiriting.