icicle
/ˈaɪsɪkəl/
NOUN
1. A hanging, tapering piece of ice
A pointed, elongated mass of ice formed when dripping water freezes, commonly hanging from roofs, branches, or other surfaces.
1.1. A formation of hanging ice
A long, narrow piece of ice that forms as dripping water freezes in cold conditions.
Synonyms
- ice spike
- ice stalactite
Examples
- Be cautious when walking beneath the roof, an icicle might fall.
- The sun's warmth caused the icicle to slowly melt and drip onto the ground.
- I plucked an icicle from the eaves, marveling at its delicate beauty.
- Carefully, she knocked off the dangerous-looking icicle hanging above the doorway.
Related Words
- ice
- frost
- frozen water
- ice crystal
- stalactite
- glaze
- hailstone
- sleet