late-autumn or early-winter dew
Refers to cold dew that forms in late autumn or early winter. A literary and seasonal word.
In the morning, cold dew glistened on the grass in the garden.
Cold Dew solar term (approx. Oct. 8)
The 17th solar term in the traditional East Asian calendar, marking the time when dew becomes cold. Used in almanacs and seasonal references.
See also: 二十四節気
After the Cold Dew solar term passes, mornings and evenings become noticeably chilly.