All Definitions for Ice
Below are all the dictionary definitions of ice:
1Water in frozen (solid) form.
2Any frozen volatile chemical, such as ammonia or carbon dioxide.
3Any volatile chemical, such as water, ammonia, or carbon dioxide, not necessarily in solid form, when discussing the composition of e.g. a planet as an ice giant vs a gas giant.
4To become ice
5To freeze.
6To cool with ice, as an injured body part or a beverage.
7To make icy
8To freeze.
9Something having an extreme coldness of manner.
10Something, such as awkwardness, that prevents open social interaction.
11The area where a game of ice hockey is played.
12A frozen dessert made of fruit juice, water and sugar.
13(UK, dated) An ice cream.
14To cover with icing (frosting made of sugar and milk or white of egg)
15To frost
16As cakes, tarts, etc.
17(drugs) The crystal form of amphetamine-based drugs, including methamphetamine.
18One or more diamonds.
19To murder.
20To defeat decisively.
21Elephant or rhinoceros ivory that has been poached and sold on the black market.
22An artifact that has been smuggled, especially one that is either clear or shiny.
23Money paid as a bribe.
24To put out a team for a match.
25To shoot the puck the length of the playing surface, causing a stoppage in play called icing.
26Icing
27Frosting ("a sweet, often creamy and thick glaze made primarily of sugar").
28(obsolete) An individual piece of ice.
29To occupy a reserved electric car parking space (especially one equipped with a charger) with a traditional car equipped with an internal combustion engine.
30To apprehend or deport by Immigration and Customs Enforcement.
31Antarctica.
32A surname.
33Acronym of Immigration and Customs Enforcement (“law-enforcement agency responsible for immigration and customs matters of the United States Federal government”).
34Abbreviation of Iceland. [An island and country in the North Atlantic Ocean in Europe.]
35Acronym of internal combustion engine. [A piston or a rotary heat engine directly powered by the products of intermittent combustion of a fuel.]
36Initialism of ice, compress, elevation (first-aid). [Water in frozen (solid) form.]
37Initialism of Institution of Civil Engineers.
38Initialism of Intercity-Express (“German high speed train”).
39Initialism of internal compiler error.
40Initialism of in-circuit emulator/emulation.
41Initialism of in-car entertainment.
42Initialism of International Cultural Exchange.
43Initialism of intercontinental exchange.
44Initialism of isolated, confined, extreme. [Placed or standing apart or alone
45In isolation.]
46Alternative letter-case form of ICE.
About synonyms for ice
Finding the right synonym for ice helps writers avoid repetition and add precision to their work. Defined as "Water in frozen (solid) form.", ice has 2 alternatives that can fit different contexts and tones.
Each synonym carries a slightly different shade of meaning. Frappe is the most direct replacement in most situations. Sparkler works well in formal or professional contexts.
When choosing a synonym, consider the connotation, formality level, and audience. Some alternatives work better in casual conversation while others shine in academic or professional writing. For example, using a more formal synonym in a business email can elevate your tone, while a casual synonym might feel more natural in creative writing or dialogue.
It is also worth noting that not all synonyms are perfectly interchangeable. The context of your sentence, the surrounding words, and the intended emotional impact all play a role in selecting the best alternative. The list above provides the most common and useful replacements for ice, but always read your sentence aloud to ensure the chosen word flows naturally.