sastrugi

/ˈsɑstruːɡi/

Definitions

1. noun

wind-swept ridges of snow or ice, especially in polar regions.

“The team had to navigate through the challenging terrain of sastrugi to reach the research station.”

Synonyms

  • ice ridges
  • snow ridges
  • wind-swept snow

Antonyms

  • ice sheet
  • smooth snow