Der Gletscher
Example: Der Gletscher schmilzt wegen der steigenden Temperaturen schnell.
Definition
"Der Gletscher" refers to a large, slow-moving mass of ice formed from compacted snow, typically found in mountainous regions or near the poles, which shapes the landscape and can melt due to rising temperatures.
Etymology
The word "der Gletscher" comes from the German language, originating from the Old High German word 'gletschar' meaning 'ice' or 'glacier.' It is related to the verb 'gleiten,' meaning 'to glide,' reflecting how glaciers slowly move across land. Did you know that the term highlights the glacier's distinctive sliding motion?
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"Der Gletscher" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Environment - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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