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.
双语例句
1. They were forcing her head under the icy waters, drowning her.
他们用力把她的头按到冰冷的水中，想淹死她。
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2. He braced himself for the icy plunge into the black water.
他做好了准备要跳进冰冷的脏水里。
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3. Thousands have braved icy rain to demonstrate their support.
数千人在寒冷的天气中冒雨赶来以示他们的支持。
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4. With characteristic rashness and valor, Peter plunged into the icy water.
