The use of a dream dictionary can be a very useful tool in interpreting dreams. A dream dictionary is usually a listing of common symbols that appear in dreams and a short description of what these symbols often indicate. In many dreams where there is a prevalent symbol, it is very worthwhile to use a dream dictionary to interpret your dream.
For those who have a particular symbol that appears repeatedly in their dreams, a dream dictionary may provide them with some insight into what the symbol means. Once you understand what the symbol means, it is often easy to make the connection to what is going on in your life that is making your subconscious project this image in your dreams.
The caveat to using a dream dictionary is that the symbols found in these dictionaries do not necessarily have to be symbolic in your particular dream. One example is when there are images of ice in your dream. While ice may have certain symbolic meanings, it doesn’t always have to have the meaning indicated in the dream dictionary.
Other factors such as a recent snowfall or setting the thermostat a little too low could also be reasons for dreaming of ice. A dream dictionary can provide a great deal of insight but it is important that you realize that not everything in your dream has to have a symbolic meaning.