1. the activity of fishing through a hole cut in the ice of a frozen lake or river
Usage: typically a winter recreational activity; often written as two words or hyphenated

Examples

• Ice fishing is a popular winter sport in northern states and Canada.
• My grandfather taught me ice fishing when I was ten years old.
• We drilled a hole in the frozen lake and set up our ice fishing equipment.
• Many people enjoy ice fishing because it is a peaceful way to spend a winter day.
• The ice fishing season typically runs from December through February.
• She caught three large trout while ice fishing last weekend.