Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
floe
noun
/floʊ/
Definition
A floe is a large, flat piece of ice that floats on a body of water.
Examples
- As we sailed through the Arctic, we encountered a massive ice floe drifting in the water.
- The seals rested on the floes, basking in the pale winter sunlight.
- Scientists study the movement of ice floes to understand climate change effects in the region.
Meaning
Floe typically refers to sections of floating ice that can be found in polar regions, rivers, or oceans, especially during colder seasons.
Synonyms
- Ice sheet
- Pack ice
- Glacial ice
