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needle ice 
needle-like formations of ice crystals. See quotes.
See also: candle ((n.))
- 1896 (1898) Dog Shoes . . . are used in lake travel, late in winter, when the sharp granular snow soon renders the dogs' feet raw and bleeding, or in spring when traveling upon the needle ice, after the snow has disappeared.
- 1951 The husky's feet are tough, their soles thick, and it is only after days of packing over sharp stones or of pulling over the spring "needle ice" that his (feet) show some sign of damage.
- 1896 (1898) Dog Shoes . . . are used in lake travel, late in winter, when the sharp granular snow soon renders the dogs' feet raw and bleeding, or in spring when traveling upon the needle ice, after the snow has disappeared.