Meaning of the word "ice pellet" in English
What does "ice pellet" mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
ice pellet
US /ˈaɪs ˈpɛlɪt/
UK /ˈaɪs ˈpɛlɪt/
Noun
a small, translucent, and irregularly shaped pellet of ice, formed when raindrops freeze as they fall through a layer of freezing air near the ground; also known as sleet
Example:
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The forecast warned of freezing rain turning into ice pellets.
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We had to drive slowly due to the accumulation of ice pellets on the road.