Icebreaker (Noun)
Meaning 1
A beginning that relaxes a tense or formal atmosphere; "he told jokes as an icebreaker".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Hypernyms
Meaning 2
A ship with a reinforced bow to break up ice and keep channels open for navigation.
Classification
Nouns denoting man-made objects.
Examples
- The icebreaker was deployed to clear the frozen harbor and ensure the safe passage of cargo ships.
- The Arctic expedition relied on the icebreaker to navigate through the treacherous icy waters.
- The crew of the icebreaker worked tirelessly to keep the shipping lanes open during the harsh winter months.
- Scientists on board the icebreaker were studying the effects of climate change on the polar ice caps.
- The coastal town welcomed the arrival of the icebreaker, which brought much-needed supplies and relief during the icebound winter.