permafrost

🇺🇸 /ˈpɜːrməfrɔːst/ 🇬🇧 /ˈpɜːməfrɒst/
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ground that stays frozen all year round, found in very cold places

The melting of permafrost can cause problems for buildings and roads.

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n. ground that stays frozen all year round, found in very cold places

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Plural permafrosts