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ice-cold

/ˈʌɪskəʊld/

Meanings
  • adjective

    Extremely cold; having a very low temperature.

  • adjective

    Feeling or showing no emotion; unresponsive.


Synonyms

cold as ice , icy
Rhymes
Words rhyming with ice-cold
snow-old , mold-bold , cold-mold , bold-old
Variants
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ice-cold
Etymology
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The word 'ice-cold' is formed by combining the words 'ice' and 'cold'. 'Ice' refers to the frozen form of water, while 'cold' means a low temperature.


Trivia
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  1. The coldest temperature ever recorded on Earth was -128.6°F (-89.8°C) in Antarctica in 1983.

  2. Ice-cold water can actually help reduce inflammation and swelling in the body.

  3. In some cultures, drinking icy water is considered a sign of strength and endurance.


Related Concepts
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  1. frostbite: A condition caused by prolonged exposure to cold temperatures, leading to tissue damage and potentially severe injury.

  2. hypothermia: A dangerous condition caused by prolonged exposure to cold temperatures, resulting in a drop in body temperature and potentially life-threatening complications.


Culture
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In literature, 'ice-cold' is often used to describe a character's emotionless demeanor or a chilling atmosphere. In art, it can symbolize death or the passing of time. In music, it can be used metaphorically to describe a lack of emotion or a cold, detached sound.

How to Memorize "ice-cold"

  1. visualize

    - Imagine a freezing cold winter day. See the ice forming on the trees and the ground. Visualize your breath coming out in small puffs of white mist. Imagine how the air feels when you breathe it in and how it burns your lungs.

  2. associate

    - Associate the word 'ice-cold' with the feeling of shivering and goosebumps. Imagine holding an icy drink on a hot day and how refreshing it feels. Associate the word with winter sports and the thrill of being out in the cold.

  3. mnemonics

    - Use the mnemonic 'I Can't Stand Ice-Cold' to remember the definition of 'ice-cold'. The 'I' stands for 'extremely', 'Can't' stands for 'can't feel anything', and 'Stand' stands for 'standing still' due to the cold temperature.


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