ice
/aɪs/
Very CommonDiamonds or diamond jewelry, especially when worn as a flex.
Can refer to the physical jewelry or be used as a verb meaning to add diamonds to something. Almost always implies a flex or status signal.
Real-world examples4 examples
| # | Example | What it means | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01 | bro pulled up with ice on ice | The person was wearing multiple pieces of diamond jewelry stacked together. | x, 2023 |
| 02 | that watch is straight ice | The watch is heavily covered in diamonds. | instagram, 2022 |
| 03 | got the chain iced out for the event | Added diamonds to a chain specifically for a special occasion. | tiktok, 2024 |
| 04 | the ice alone cost more than my car lol | The diamond jewelry they are wearing is extremely expensive. |
Use it when
- Describing diamond jewelry someone is wearing.
- Complimenting someone's chain, watch, or ring.
- Referring to the act of adding diamonds to a piece.
Do not use it when
- You mean non-diamond jewelry or gold without stones.
- You mean style more broadly.Use “drip” instead.
Variations and related forms
Origin and context
Hip-hop slang from the late 1980s and 1990s where diamonds were compared to ice for their clarity and shine. Became embedded in rap lyrics and streetwear culture.
- First seen
- late-1980s
- Confidence
- medium
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