snow house
A 'snow house' can refer to various structures or geographical features related to snow, with the most common being the igloo.
Definition
B2Arctic Dwellings
(technical, cultural)A shelter built from blocks of compacted snow, often in a dome shape, used by indigenous Arctic peoples.
Example
- The Inuit family constructed a snow house to protect themselves from the harsh winter winds.
C1Snow Preservation
(technical)A building designed to keep snow from melting during warm weather, often for research or recreational use.
Example
- The scientists stored their ice samples in a snow house to prevent them from thawing.
C1Geography
(technical)A mountain range known for its snow-covered peaks, such as the one separating the Indo-Ganges Plain from the Tibet Plateau.
Example
- The Snow House range is a stunning sight, with its peaks blanketed in white throughout the year.
Similar
Terms that have similar or relatively close meanings to "snow house":
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