water ice

Thân thiện

A child enjoys a cup of water ice on a sunny day.

Definition

1. Noun:
   • A frozen dessert: A sweet, frozen food similar to ice cream but made without milk or cream. It typically has a fruit juice base and a soft, icy texture.
   • The solid state of water: The common, naturally occurring solid form of water (H₂O).

Usage Examples

• Noun (Frozen Dessert):
  • On a hot day, a lemon water ice is very refreshing.
  • The vendor sold delicious raspberry water ice from his cart.
• Noun (Solid State of Water):
  • The lake's surface turned to water ice in the winter.
  • Scientists study the structure of water ice.

Advanced Usage

• "water ice" as a culinary term: In some regions, "water ice" specifically refers to the dessert, distinguishing it from ice cream or gelato.
  • In Philadelphia, "water ice" is a popular local treat.

Variants and Related Words

• Ice (n): The more common general term for the solid state of water.
• Sorbet (n): A similar frozen dessert, often smoother than water ice.
• Italian ice (n): A term often used interchangeably with the dessert meaning of "water ice".
• Sherbet (n): A frozen dessert containing a small amount of dairy, distinguishing it from water ice.

Synonyms

• For the dessert: sorbet, Italian ice, granita.
• For the solid state: ice, frozen water.

Notes on Meaning

• The word "water ice" has two distinct meanings. The intended meaning is usually clear from the context (e.g., food vs. science/weather).
• The dessert meaning is common in American English, particularly in certain regions. The "solid state" meaning is more formal or scientific.

Học thuật

Noun

1. an ice containing no milk but having a mushy consistency; usually made from fruit juice
2. water frozen in the solid state
   • Americans like ice in their drinks

Từ đồng nghĩa

• sorbet
• ice