de-ice

British

/ diːˈaɪs /

verb

to free or be freed of ice

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Example Sentences

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Prague airport came to a virtual standstill, with firefighters having to de-ice the runways.

From Barron's

The extreme cold makes it hard to de-ice planes, while maintenance and refuelling equipment on the ground can freeze.

From BBC

Do not use boiling water to de-ice windscreens - hot water can crack the glass, and the water will only freeze again on the screen, or on the ground where you are standing.

From BBC

Many drivers waking up to freezing temperatures have to de-ice their cars.

From BBC

Allow extra time before you set off to de-ice the car, and expect journeys to take much longer.

From BBC

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