Meaning & Definition of word "Fog"

Fog

/fɔɡ/

1. A thick cloud of tiny water droplets suspended in the atmosphere at or near the earth's surface, which obscures visibility.
- Example: The fog rolled in from the sea, enveloping the coastal town in gray.
2. A state of mental confusion or lack of clarity.
- Example: After the long meeting, I felt a fog in my mind and struggled to concentrate.

1. To cover or become covered with fog.
- Example: The windows fogged up from the steam of the hot soup.
2. To make unclear or confused.
- Example: The sudden noise fogged her thoughts, making it hard to think.

Middle English 'fogge', of unknown origin.

in a fog:

In a state of confusion or bewilderment.

fog of war:

The uncertainty in situational awareness experienced by participants in military operations.

walking through a fog:

Being in a confused or unclear state.

mist:

A meteorological phenomenon similar to fog but less dense.

haze:

A slight obscuration of the air caused by fine suspended particles.

smog:

Fog that has smoke or other pollutants mixed in.

Meaning: To be confused or out of touch.

Example Sentence: I'm totally fogged about what's happening in the meeting.

Meaning: To obscure understanding or clarity.

Example Sentence: His explanation just fogged things up more than they already were.