Meaning & Definition of word "Melt"
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Melt
/mɛlt/
noun:
- 1. the act or process of melting
- Example: The melt of the glaciers is contributing to rising sea levels.
verb:
- 1. to change from a solid to a liquid state especially by heat
- Example: The ice will melt as the temperature rises.
- 2. to cause to change from a solid to a liquid state
- Example: She melted the chocolate for the cake.
- 3. to dissolve or disappear gradually
- Example: His fears began to melt away after he received the good news.
- 4. to become less intense or strong
- Example: The anger she felt began to melt into a feeling of sadness.
Etymology
Middle English 'melten', from Old English 'meltan'
Common Phrases and Expressions
melt someone's heart:
To make someone feel very tender or loving.
melt away:
To disappear gradually.
melt into:
To blend seamlessly or softly into something.
Related Words
melting:
The process of becoming liquid.
melted:
Having become liquid from heat.
meltwater:
Water that results from the melting of snow or ice.
Slang Meanings of melt
Meaning: To become overly emotional.
Example Sentence: He totally melted when he saw the puppy.
Meaning: To calm down or relax.
Example Sentence: After a long day, I just want to melt into my couch.