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glacial
01
relating to a large mass of compressed ice like those near the poles or on mountains
Examples
They studied the glacial formations in the Arctic region.
Scientists measure glacial ice cores to understand past climate conditions.
Examples
Walking outside without a coat, he immediately regretted his decision as the glacial air bit at his skin.
The room was kept at a glacial temperature, causing everyone to huddle together for warmth.
03
cold, unfriendly, or disdainful in manner or expression
Examples
She gave him a glacial stare that silenced the room.
His glacial response made it clear he was displeased.
Lexical Tree
glacially
postglacial
glacial
glace
