1. plural of iceman; people who deliver or sell ice
Usage: historical
2. plural of iceman; hockey players, especially skilled ones
Usage: informal; sports

Examples

• The icemen made their rounds through the neighborhood every morning.
• Before refrigeration, icemen were essential for keeping food fresh.
• The old icemen used horse-drawn wagons to deliver blocks of ice.
• These icemen have been dominating the hockey league all season.
• The coach praised his icemen for their excellent teamwork.
• Local icemen supplied ice to restaurants and homes in the early 1900s.