Definitions
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- adjective
Characteristic of aniceberg . - adjective Filled with
icebergs . - adjective figuratively
Cold orunfriendly inmanner .
Etymologies
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From iceberg + -y.
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Examples
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Dutchman can forgive and forget an injury; a Dutchman has no fears and few frowns; a Dutchman is never icebergy, nor sullen, nor revengeful.
Modern Eloquence: Vol III, After-Dinner Speeches P-Z Various
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"She's just dignity and pride -- calm, remote, lofty, icebergy pride.
No. 13 Washington Square Leroy Scott 1902
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