Definition & Meaning of "glacial"

glacial

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

freezing as though having sub-zero temperatures

biting

bitter

bleak

chilly

cutting

devoid of warmth and cordiality; expressive of unfriendliness or disdain

glacial

adj

glace

adj

glacially

adv

glacially

adv

postglacial

adj

postglacial

adj

Example

They studied the glacial formations in the Arctic region.

Scientists measure glacial ice cores to understand past climate conditions.

The park features a glacial lake that was formed during the last Ice Age.

Glacial meltwater feeds into many of the world's rivers.

Glacial deposits left by ancient ice sheets shaped the landscape of the region.

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