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ice pack
noun
1
: an expanse of pack ice
2
: a bag or other container filled with frozen material (such as crushed ice) and applied to a body part (as to relieve pain or reduce swelling)
Examples of ice pack in a Sentence
He had an ice pack on his sore elbow.
Recent Examples on the Web
And, while at the pool, our beverages also stayed chilled, though the ones closer to the ice packs were the coldest.
—Jessie Quinn, Peoplemag, 15 Aug. 2024
Shehzad had already been treated with ice packs and an IV.
—Ross Andersen, The Atlantic, 13 Aug. 2024
The opposite side pouch features an insulated cooler that keeps milk fresh when stored with ice packs.
—Kelsey Kunik, Rd, Parents, 11 Aug. 2024
This kit includes all the essentials: antiseptic wipes, instant ice pack, tweezers, bandages, a thermal blanket, a slip leash, and more.
—Amy Wilkinson, SELF, 14 Aug. 2024
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Word History
First Known Use
1835, in the meaning defined at sense 1
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Cite this Entry
“Ice pack.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ice%20pack. Accessed 21 Sep. 2024.
Kids Definition
ice pack
noun1
: a large area of pack ice
2
: ice placed in a container or folded in a towel and applied to the body
Medical Definition
ice pack
noun
: crushed ice placed in a container (as an ice bag) or folded in a towel and applied to the body
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