雪ゆき仏ぼとけ

noun

snow Buddha figure

A figure of Buddha made of snow, similar to a snowman but shaped like Buddha. Often associated with winter activities in snowy regions, especially by children. Compare with 雪達磨 (ゆきだるま), a snowman.

See also: 雪だるま

• 子こ供どもたちが庭にわで雪ゆき仏ぼとけを作つくった。