English · Nature & Environment
icicle
/ˈaɪsɪkəl/
[/ˈaɪsɪkəl/]
a hanging spike of ice
Intermediatenoun
Definition
A long, thin, pointed piece of ice that hangs down, formed when dripping water freezes. They often hang from roofs or branches in cold weather.
Example
A long icicle hung from the edge of the roof.
A long icicle hung from the edge of the roof.
Etymology
From Old English 'īs' (ice) and 'gicel' (icicle, piece of ice).
How & Where It’s Used
Common in winter scenes for spikes of ice hanging from surfaces.