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    Banquise (en. Ice floe)

    /bɑ̃.kiz/

    Meaning & Definition

    EnglishFrench
    noun
    A floating layer of ice that covers part of the ocean in cold regions.
    The ice floe is thinner this year due to global warming.
    La banquise est moins épaisse cette année à cause du réchauffement climatique.
    The formation of ice that extends over water during the winter months.
    Polar bears often hunt on the ice floe.
    Les ours polaires chassent souvent sur la banquise.
    A large surface of ice that is mobile and moves with ocean currents.
    Researchers are studying the dynamics of the ice floe in Antarctica.
    Les chercheurs étudient la dynamique de la banquise en Antarctique.

    Etymology

    From the French 'banquise,' which comes from 'banquer' meaning 'to freeze' or 'to cover with ice.'

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    The ice floe is melting
    Phenomenon of reduction of ice cover due to heat.
    la banquise fond
    Living on the ice floe
    Adapting to extreme conditions in an icy environment.
    vivre sur la banquise

    Related Words

    Ice
    State of water at a temperature below 0 °C, solid.
    glace
    Antarctic
    Continent located around the South Pole, mainly covered in ice.
    antarctique
    Arctic
    Region around the North Pole, characterized by cold temperatures.
    arctique

    Slang Meanings

    Massive ice
    This piece of ice floe is real massive ice.
    Ce morceau de banquise est une vraie glace massive.
    Frozen area
    When I say ice floe, I think of a frozen area where seals rest.
    Quand je dis banquise, je pense à une zone gelée où les phoques se reposent.