ice show

American

noun

entertainment in which a company of ice skaters exhibit their skills to musical accompaniment.
a company of ice skaters providing such entertainment.

ice show British

noun

any entertainment performed by ice-skaters

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Etymology

Origin of ice show

First recorded in 1945–50

Example Sentences

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Radar data from inside the ice shows what appears to be a blister beneath the surface, pushing the glacier upward at that location.

From Science Daily

Since the Olympics, Valieva has skated on an expanded Russian national competition circuit and in various TV events and ice shows.

From Seattle Times

She had to practice for the ice show that afternoon.

From Literature

In a submission to the citizenship advisory board, filed in the Russian language, Drobiazko said said she believes her dancing in ice shows in Russia strenghtened the prestige of Lithuania on the world stage.

From Reuters

Babilonia and Gardner skated with Meno and Sand in ice shows, and she’s especially proud he’s continuing Nicks’ legacy as a coach.

From Los Angeles Times

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