deice

/diːˈaɪs/

Definitions

1. verb

to remove or clear a layer of ice or frost from a surface

“The airport staff had to deice the planes before they could take off.”

2. noun

the act or process of removing a layer of ice or frost from a surface

“The pilot had to wait for the plane to be deiced before flying.”

Synonyms

  • clear
  • defrost

Antonyms

  • ice