a prefabricated igloo, intended to be used in the Arctic as a more permanent substitute for the traditional snowhouse.
- 1957  And the plastic-foam igloo--which like all igloos resembles a large overturned mixing bowl--also lets light in.
- 1957  Included in the Howe's cargo is a new plastic igloo, which will be tested to determine whether it is more practical than the traditional snow house.