English · Phrasal verb Attested

ice up

In real, traceable use. Part of the curated seed collection; community review is coming.

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Meaning · English

To become covered or clogged with ice.

Where it’s used: Used American English

The airplane stalled and crashed after its wings iced up.

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).

Meaning · English

To coat with ice; to cause to become covered or clogged with ice.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

Meaning · English

To put ice in or on something, especially a beverage or on an injured body part.

Sources & notes

Adapted from English Wiktionary (CC BY-SA 4.0, retrieved 2026-07-30 via kaikki.org).

What does “ice up” mean?

To become covered or clogged with ice.

Is “ice up” formal or informal?

No register label has been reviewed yet — treat it as neutral and check the usage notes above.

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