ice storm

noun

: a storm in which falling rain freezes on contact

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In the case of ice storms, the NWS will alert an ice storm warning if meteorologists expect ice accumulation of 1/4 inch or more on all surfaces. Jade Jackson, IndyStar, 2 July 2025 Additionally, the weak wood struggles to withstand ice storms or high winds. Brandi D. Addison, Austin American Statesman, 2 July 2025 In addition to more expensive power, the TAB study found, Texans would also get a higher risk of blackouts in the heat of summer or in future ice storms. Saul Elbein, The Hill, 9 May 2025 Scientific origin theories have ranged widely over the decades, from ice storms to lightning fires. Mike Bezemek, Smithsonian Magazine, 10 July 2025 See All Example Sentences for ice storm

Word History

First Known Use

1797, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of ice storm was in 1797

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“Ice storm.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ice%20storm. Accessed 19 Aug. 2025.

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ice storm

noun
: a storm in which falling rain freezes as it lands

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