deice Meaning & Definition
/diːˈaɪs/
What Does Deice Mean?
Deice is used as a verb meaning To remove ice from (something). It can also mean To lose its ice; to thaw.
Word Facts for Deice
| Part of speech | verb |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //diːˈaɪs// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | defrost |
| Verb forms | deices, deicing, deiced |
Deice Definition (Verb)
- To remove ice from (something).
They had to move the plane back from the runway to deice the wings before takeoff.
- To lose its ice; to thaw.
Synonyms of Deice
Deice synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Deice
No antonyms or near antonyms are listed by the available sources for this entry.
Deice in a Sentence
They had to move the plane back from the runway to deice the wings before takeoff.
Word Forms & Grammar
deice (third-person singular simple present deices, present participle deicing, simple past and past participle deiced)
Words That Rhyme With Deice
Origin of Deice
From de- + ice.
Pronouncing Deice
Deice is pronounced //diːˈaɪs// and has 1 syllable.
Frequently Asked Questions About Deice
What part of speech is deice?
Deice is a verb.
What is another word for deice?
Close synonyms of deice are defrost. See the full list of deice synonyms and antonyms.
What is the past tense of deice?
The past tense of deice is deiced. The present participle is deicing.