English Word · Intermediate
icebreaker
A ship built to break through ice and open a route for itself or other vessels
Pronunciation: /ˈaɪsˌbɹeɪkəɹ/
Meaning
A ship built to break through ice and open a route for itself or other vessels.
Example
An icebreaker cleared a route for the cargo ship.
An icebreaker cleared a route for the cargo ship.
Practice tips
- Practice icebreaker out loud — read the pronunciation guide above and repeat.
- Use it in your own sentence today; reuse beats rereading.
- Pay attention to context: this English word is for intermediate-level learners.