ice storm

noun

: a storm in which falling rain freezes on contact

Examples of ice storm in a Sentence

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An ice storm prevents anyone from leaving, while a murder makes everyone a suspect. Oline H. Cogdill, Sun Sentinel, 10 Dec. 2024 An ice storm warning is issued when ice accumulation of at least 1/4 inch is expected. Doyle Rice, USA TODAY, 9 Dec. 2024 As the title suggests, an ice storm makes that task nearly impossible as twists and double-crosses further complicate their attempts. Keith Phipps, Vulture, 17 Nov. 2024 Portland General Electric warned that strong winds forecast for Monday and threat of an ice storm Tuesday could delay restoration efforts. Valerie Gonzalez, San Diego Union-Tribune, 15 Jan. 2024 See all Example Sentences for ice storm 

Word History

First Known Use

1797, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of ice storm was in 1797

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“Ice storm.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ice%20storm. Accessed 22 Dec. 2024.

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ice storm

noun
: a storm in which falling rain freezes as it lands

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