Meaning of the word thaw in English

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thaw

US /θɑː/

UK /θɔː/

become liquid or soft as a result of warming

Example:

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Let the frozen chicken thaw in the refrigerator overnight.

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The ice on the lake began to thaw as the temperature rose.

Synonym:

melt defrost unfreeze soften liquefy

become friendlier or more relaxed

Example:

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After a few drinks, he started to thaw and tell jokes.

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Her cold demeanor began to thaw as she got to know the team better.

Synonym:

relax unbend soften loosen up become friendlier

a period of warmer weather that melts ice and snow

Example:

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The sudden thaw caused flooding in the low-lying areas.

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We are hoping for a quick thaw so we can start gardening.

Synonym:

melt defrost warming softening

Related Word:

thaw out