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Definition of “Ross Ice Shelf”

Ross Ice Shelf

Definitions

noun

  1. the ice shelf forming the S part of the Ross Sea, between Victoria Land and Byrd Land Also called: Ross Barrier, Ross Shelf Ice

Example Sentences Including 'Ross Ice Shelf'

He proceeded on, over the Ross Ice Shelf , off the radar screen.
Davis, John Gordon Seize the Reckless Wind
Off in the distance is the Ross Ice Shelf , described by Cherry-Garrard as `a breeding-place of wind and drift and darkness".
New Scientist (1999)
The maps showed so many big glaciers pouring out of the mountains on to the Ross Ice Shelf.
Davis, John Gordon Seize the Reckless Wind
`How are conditions over the Ross Ice Shelf from what you've seen?
Davis, John Gordon Seize the Reckless Wind

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