ice caps

A form of ice cap — A permanent expanse of ice encompassing a large geographical area, as for example in Earth's polar zones (polar ice) or at high elevation.

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Meanings

noun
  1. pluralplural of ice cap
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“ice caps.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/ice%20caps. Accessed November 4, 2026.

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WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “ice caps,” accessed November 4, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/ice%20caps.

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