ground ice

noun

1. anchor ice.

ground ice

noun

1. sea ice that is in contact with the coast or sea bed and thus not floating freely

Word History and Origins

Origin of ground ice¹

First recorded in 1685–95

Example Sentences

The working season is very short, and in many localities on the mainland 'ground ice' is permanent at slight depths.

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A frequent inconvenience in the use of water power in cold climates is that peculiar form of ice called anchor or ground ice.

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Everything points to radiation as the prime cause of the formation of ground-ice.

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A striking example of the formation of ground-ice is mentioned by the Commander Steenk, of Pillau.

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Mr. Prestwich has suggested that ground-ice may have had its influence in modifying the ancient alluvium of the Somme.

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