ice water

noun

: chilled or iced water especially served as a beverage

Examples of ice water in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Start by adding 1/4 cup ice water and tossing the flour mixture gently (rather than stirring) to moisten and incorporate the water without overworking the flour. Erin McDowell, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 May 2024 Place pot of apple butter in a sink filled with ice water; stir to cool. Bhg Test Kitchen, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 May 2024 See all Example Sentences for ice water 

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Word History

First Known Use

1669, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of ice water was in 1669

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“Ice water.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/ice%20water. Accessed 29 May. 2024.

Kids Definition

ice water

noun
: chilled or iced water especially for drinking
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