English dictionary
glacial
/'gl/eI//S//@/l/
Definitions, examples, synonyms and antonyms from WordNet 3.0.
adjective
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relating to or derived from a glacier
ExamplesGlacial deposit.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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Pertaining to ice or to its action; consisting of ice; frozen; icy; esp., pertaining to glaciers; as, <i>glacial</i> phenomena.
Source: webster1913
adjective satellite
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devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain
ExamplesA glacial handshake.
Source: WordNet 3.0
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extremely cold
ExamplesGlacial winds.
Source: WordNet 3.0