ice out
In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.
Sense 1
Meaning · English
To shun or snub; to give the cold shoulder.
Where it’s used:
Used
American English
Examples
Instead, she chose to ice him out without a glance as they passed on the stairs.
Usage example from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30)
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Sense 2
Meaning · English
To cover with diamonds.
Register: slang
Sources & notes
Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).
Common questions
What does “ice out” mean?
To shun or snub; to give the cold shoulder.
Is “ice out” formal or informal?
No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.