Meaning of the word graupel in English

What does graupel mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.

graupel

US /ˈɡraʊ.pəl/
UK /ˈɡraʊ.pəl/

Noun

soft, small pellets of ice, formed when supercooled water droplets freeze onto a falling snowflake; also called snow pellets

Example:
The forecast predicted a mix of snow and graupel for the mountains.
We heard the soft patter of graupel against the windowpane.