Meaning of icebreaker in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˈaɪsˌbreɪkər/

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  1. Noun

    icebreaker

    Definitions

    1. a ship with a reinforced bow to break up ice and keep channels open for navigation
  2. 2. a beginning that relaxes a tense or formal atmosphere

    Examples

    • « he told jokes as an icebreaker »

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