Igloo
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˈɪɡ.luː/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Igloo is a noun meaning A dome-shaped Inuit shelter, constructed of blocks cut from snow.
Meaning
A dome-shaped Inuit shelter, constructed of blocks cut from snow.
More Meanings
- (zoology) A cavity, or excavation, made in the snow by a seal, over its breathing hole in the sea ice.
- (military) A reinforced bunker for the storage of nuclear weapons.
- (logistics) A kind of airfreight cargo container.
Example Sentences
General James Walsh signalled Strategic Air Command that the B-47 tore apart the igloo and knocked about 3 mark sixes.
Since most major airlines have interline agreements, if your cargo is in an igloo or container, it can be moved as is […]
Word Forms
- igloos
Synonyms for igloo
Depending on context, synonyms include iglu.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include iglu, topek, qamutik, snowhole, quinzhee, snowhouse.
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