Old English isig; see ice (n.) + -y (2). Modern use is said to be a late Middle English re-formation. Figurative use from 1590s. Related: Icily; iciness.
雙語例句
1. They were forcing her head under the icy waters, drowning her.
他們用力把她的頭按到冰冷的水中,想淹死她。
來自柯林斯例句
2. He braced himself for the icy plunge into the black water.
他做好了準備要跳進冰冷的臟水里。
來自柯林斯例句
3. Thousands have braved icy rain to demonstrate their support.
數(shù)千人在寒冷的天氣中冒雨趕來以示他們的支持。
來自柯林斯例句
4. With characteristic rashness and valor, Peter plunged into the icy water.