Meaning & Definition of word "Melted"

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    Melted

    /ˈmɛltɪd/

    verb:

    • 1. past tense of 'melt'; to have changed from a solid to a liquid state due to heat.
      • Example: The ice melted quickly in the warm sun.
    • 2. to cause to change from solid to liquid.
      • Example: She melted the chocolate to use in the cake.
    • 3. to become less intense or gradually subside.
      • Example: The tension in the room melted away after everyone shared a laugh.

    adjective:

    • 1. having been changed from solid to liquid; in a soft, liquid state.
      • Example: The melted cheese stretched delightfully over the pizza.
    • 2. having a quality similar to that of something that has melted.
      • Example: The melted candle left a pool of wax on the table.

    Etymology

    Middle English, from Old English 'mieltan', related to the verb 'melt'.

    Common Phrases and Expressions

    melt one's heart:

    To cause someone to feel tenderness or affection.

    melt away:

    To gradually disappear or diminish.

    melting pot:

    A place where different peoples or cultures mix.

    Related Words

    melt:

    To cause to turn from solid to liquid.

    melting:

    The process of becoming liquid.

    Slang Meanings of melted

    Meaning: To become overwhelmingly emotional.

    Example Sentence: She totally melted when he proposed.

    Meaning: To feel a strong attraction or affection.

    Example Sentence: I'm melting for that cute guy.