iceboat

Estimated CEFR level: C2 — Proficiency

Estimated from word frequency; not an official CEFR classification.

Definition

  1. noun a ship with a reinforced bow to break up ice and keep channels open for navigation
  2. noun a sailing vessel with runners and a cross-shaped frame; suitable for traveling over ice

Etymology

From ice + boat.

In classic literature

Synonyms

icebreaker

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