glacial
gla
ˈgleɪ
glei
cial
sɪəl
siel
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Definition & Meaning of "glacial"in English

glacial
01

relating to a large mass of compressed ice like those near the poles or on mountains 

glacial definition and meaning
Grammatical Information
Composition
Compound
relational
ungradable
Examples
They studied the glacial formations in the Arctic region. 
02

freezing as though having sub-zero temperatures 

glacial definition and meaning
Examples
Walking outside without a coat, he immediately regretted his decision as the glacial air bit at his skin. 
03

cold, unfriendly, or disdainful in manner or expression 

Examples
She gave him a glacial stare that silenced the room. 
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