Ice Storm (Noun)
Meaning
A storm with freezing rain that leaves everything glazed with ice.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Examples
- The region was paralyzed by an ice storm that knocked out power lines and made roads impassable.
- During the ice storm, all traffic and flights came to a standstill as thick ice coated the roads and runways.
- Last year's devastating ice storm was the worst in decades, causing over a billion dollars in damages.
- Schools and businesses were closed due to the ice storm that brought several inches of ice to the area.
- As the ice storm rolled in, residents were advised to stay indoors and avoid any non-essential travel.