glacial
IPA: gɫˈeɪʃʌɫ
noun
- A glacial period (colloquially known as an ice age).
- (geology) Of the Pleistocene period dominated by the presence of glaciers.
adjective
- Of, or relating to glaciers.
- (figuratively) Very slow.
- Cold and icy.
- Having the appearance of ice.
- (figuratively) Cool and unfriendly.
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Examples of "glacial" in Sentences
- The hiker felt a chill as he gazed at the glacial peaks towering above him
- The glacial pace of the meeting was starting to test everyone's patience
- She shivered as the icy wind blew off the glacial waters
- The slow, glacial movement of the massive ice sheet was mesmerizing to watch
- The scientist studied the glacial formations, trying to unlock the secrets of their ancient origins
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