Example: Die Eiskappe schmilzt wegen der globalen Erwärmung schnell.
Definition
"Die Eiskappe" refers to a large, thick layer of ice that covers a substantial area of land or ocean, typically found in polar regions. It plays a crucial role in Earth's climate and can melt rapidly due to global warming.
The word "die Eiskappe" comes from German, combining "Eis" meaning 'ice' and "Kappe" meaning 'cap' or 'cover'. It literally describes a 'cap of ice' that sits atop land or sea, much like a hat covers a head. Did you know that the term vividly captures the image of a frozen 'cap' protecting the Earth’s poles?
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"Die Eiskappe" appears in the Vocaplus list "German - Environment - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 100 commonly used words.
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