Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
winter-ice
Noun
/ˈwɪntər aɪs/
Definition
The frozen form of water that occurs during the winter season, typically covering large bodies of water and creating a layer of ice on the surface.
Examples
- The winter-ice on the lake was thick enough for skating.
- During a mild winter, the winter-ice formed later than usual.
- Children love to play on the winter-ice, building snowmen and having snowball fights.
Meaning
Winter-ice refers specifically to ice that forms from the freezing temperatures of winter, affecting lakes, rivers, and other bodies of water.
Synonyms
- Frozen water
- Ice
- Frost
- Glaze
