ice floe
"Ice floes" are significant features in polar regions, affecting marine navigation and ecosystems.
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Definition
B2Polar Regions
(technical, academic)A large, flat, floating mass of ice that has broken off from a larger ice formation, typically found in the sea.
Example
- The ship navigated carefully through the ice floes in the Arctic Ocean.
- Polar bears are often seen resting on ice floes.
C1Rivers
(technical, academic)A blockage of ice in a river caused by a floating mass of ice.
Example
- The ice floe caused a jam in the river, leading to potential flooding.
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