NYT Dictionary

ICEFALL

/ˈaɪs.ˌfɔl/
NounICE-fallice-fall · 2 syllablesGrade 5

Accepted in official NYT Spelling Bee puzzle years: 2021, 2022, 2025, 2026

Meaning

A relatively rapid and turbulent flow of ice, somewhat analogous to a waterfall.

Etymology

Origin: Unknown

From ice + fall, modelled after waterfall.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Synonyms

bergcalffloeglacierglazeiceicebergiciclesleetslob

NYT Puzzle Appearances

Accepted in 3 recorded puzzles:

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