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to thaw
01
to become softer or liquid
Intransitive
Examples
After weeks of cold weather, the ground began to thaw, revealing patches of green grass beneath the snow.
As spring approached, the frozen lake started to thaw, creating dangerous conditions for ice skaters.
1.1
to make something melt or soften
Transitive: to thaw something frozen
Examples
She uses a hairdryer to thaw the frozen pipes during winter.
The microwave has successfully thawed the frozen vegetables for dinner.
Thaw
01
a period during which the weather becomes warmer causing snow and ice to melt
Examples
The thaw came early this year, melting the snow quickly.
The thaw allowed the river to flow freely again.
02
the process of a substance changing from solid to liquid due to heat
Examples
Allow the meat to undergo a complete thaw before cooking.
The ice underwent a slow thaw in the warm room.
03
a lessening or relaxation of tensions, hostility, or emotional reserve
Examples
The meeting marked a thaw in diplomatic relations.
There was a thaw in their previously frosty friendship.
Lexical Tree
dethaw
thawed
thawing
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