iceberg
3 synonyms for iceberg, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — A huge chunk of freshwater ice that has broken off a glacier or ice shelf and floats in the ocean.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
iceberg lettuce
crisphead lettuce
How to use iceberg
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
tip of the iceberg
hit an iceberg
Etymology
Adapted from Dutch ijsberg, literally "ice mountain."
Full origin of iceberg →Frequently asked questions
What does “iceberg” mean?
The word “iceberg” means a huge chunk of freshwater ice that has broken off a glacier or ice shelf and floats in the ocean. In plain terms, a large floating mass of ice, or figuratively, something whose true scale is mostly hidden.
How do you pronounce “iceberg”?
“Iceberg” is pronounced YS-burg (/ˈaɪsbɝɡ/ in IPA).
How do you use “iceberg” in a sentence?
Here is “iceberg” used in a sentence: “The ship altered course to avoid a massive iceberg.”
What part of speech is “iceberg”?
“Iceberg” is a noun.
Where does the word “iceberg” come from?
The word “iceberg” comes from Dutch. Adapted from Dutch ijsberg, literally "ice mountain.".
Is “iceberg” a common word?
“Iceberg” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “iceberg” have?
“Iceberg” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: a huge chunk of freshwater ice that has broken off a glacier or ice shelf and floats in the ocean.
