snow ice
Americannoun
Etymology
Origin of snow ice
First recorded in 1835–45
Example Sentences
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Winter Storm Fern walloped more than 100 million Americans over the weekend, bringing snow, ice, and punishing winds.
From Barron's • Jan. 26, 2026
The storm is expected to bring heavy snow, ice and bitter cold to large swaths of the country.
From MarketWatch • Jan. 23, 2026
Storm Goretti brought heavy snow, ice and strong winds to most parts of the UK this past week.
From BBC • Jan. 10, 2026
Craig said: "She faced snow, ice, a blizzard at the summit and a long descent in the dark - but she never once gave up."
From BBC • Nov. 24, 2025
The hood must be constructed in such a manner that it cannot be obstructed by rain, snow, ice, insects or birds.
From Acetylene, the Principles of Its Generation and Use A Practical Handbook on the Production, Purification, and Subsequent Treatment of Acetylene for the Development of Light, Heat, and Power by Leeds, F. H. (Frank Henley)
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