Deice (verb)

To remove or prevent the formation of ice on a surface, especially on an airplane, a vehicle, a building, or a bridge.

Origin:

From the prefix de-, meaning to remove, and the noun ice, meaning a frozen substance that forms on the surface of cold objects.

Examples:

1. The airport workers deiced the plane before takeoff to ensure the safety and smoothness of the flight.
2. The truck driver deiced the windshield and the windows with a scraper and a defrosting solution.
3. The building manager deiced the sidewalks and the steps with salt and sand to prevent slips and falls.
4. The bridge workers deiced the cables and the deck with hot water to prevent ice buildup and potential traffic disruptions.
5. The aviation industry used different methods of deicing, such as mechanical brushing, chemical spraying, and electro-thermal systems, to keep the planes ice-free.