Icicle (noun)

A long pointed piece of ice formed by the freezing of dripping water.

Origin:

The word "icicle" is derived from the old english word "icicle", which is formed by combining the word "ice" meaning frozen water, and "gel" meaning a pointed object. it refers to a long pointed piece of ice formed by the freezing of dripping water.

Examples:

1. The sun was shining brightly and the icicles on the roof were melting quickly.
2. The icicles hanging from the eaves were as long as his arm.
3. The icicle dripped into the snow making a small hole.
4. The children were having fun throwing icicles at each other.
5. The icicles on the trees sparkled in the sunlight.