bottom ice

noun

1. anchor ice.

Word History and Origins

Origin of bottom ice¹

An Americanism dating back to 1720–30

Example Sentences

Off Icy Cape, bottom ice was struck, causing a serious leak, and the captain was forced to seek refuge in the nearest haven.

From Project Gutenberg

They then passed away to north and south, along the hollow now occupied by the Minch, following the same path as the bottom-ice.

From Project Gutenberg