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glacier

Pronunciation: [ˈɡleɪʃər]

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Learn how to use glacier in a sentence: 6 audio examples across 2 meanings.

Context: “geography”

(noun) a big, slow-moving mass of ice that forms when snow piles up and compresses over many years. Glaciers are found in very cold places and can be found on mountains or in polar regions.

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The glacier in the national park is a popular spot for tourists to visit.

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There are no glaciers in the desert, as it is too hot for ice to form.

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What do you think happens to a glacier when it gets warmer?

Context: “climate change”

(noun) an important symbol of climate change, as many glaciers are melting due to rising temperatures. Their melting can lead to rising sea levels and changes in ecosystems.

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Scientists are studying glaciers to understand how climate change affects our planet.

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Ignoring the signs of climate change means we won’t notice the disappearing glaciers.

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How are melting glaciers linked to climate change?

How to pronounce glacier

Pronunciation: [ˈɡleɪʃər]

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