In abeyance (2,3)
'in abeyance' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)
This is the entire clue.
(Other definitions for on ice that I've seen before include "In abeyance" , "delayed" , "Ready to skate" , "In store, preserved" , "Awaiting decision" .)
'in abeyance' is the definition.
(I've seen this before)
This is all the clue.
(Other definitions for on hold that I've seen before include "waiting for reply" , "suspended" , "Postoned, or awaiting reply to phone call" , "In a state of postponement" , "set aside for future use" .)