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ice·boat

(īs′bōt′)

1. A boatlike vehicle set on sharp runners, used for sailing on ice.

ice′boat′er n.

ice′boat′ing n.

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iceboat

(ˈaɪsˌbəʊt)

(Nautical Terms) another name for icebreaker¹, ice yacht

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ice•boat

(ˈaɪsˌboʊt)

n.

1. a vehicle for rapid movement on ice, usu. consisting of a T-shaped frame on runners propelled by sails.

2. icebreaker (def. 1).

[1745–55]

ice′boat`er, n.

ice′boat`ing, n.

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Noun	1.	iceboat - a ship with a reinforced bow to break up ice and keep channels open for navigation icebreaker ship - a vessel that carries passengers or freight
	2.	iceboat - a sailing vessel with runners and a cross-shaped frame; suitable for traveling over ice ice yacht, scooter vessel, watercraft - a craft designed for water transportation

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