Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
ice-run
noun
/ˈaɪs rʌn/
Definition
An ice-run is a waterway or river that becomes filled with floating ice, often during spring thaws or in colder seasons.
Examples
- The ice-run made the river impassable for several weeks in early spring.
- During the ice-run season, many boats are unable to navigate the icy waters.
Meaning
The term refers to the process or condition where ice breaks free and floats down a river or water body, potentially affecting navigation and the surrounding environment.
Synonyms
- ice floe
- frozen current
- ice break
