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molten

[ˈməʊlt(ə)n]

molten Definition

  • 1(especially of materials with a high melting point, such as metal and glass) liquefied by heat
  • 2made of or containing melted material

Using molten: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "molten" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The molten lava flowed down the side of the volcano.

  • Example

    The blacksmith poured the molten metal into the mold.

  • Example

    The glassblower shaped the molten glass into a vase.

molten Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for molten

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Phrases with molten

  • magma that has reached the earth's surface

    Example

    The eruption caused molten rock to flow down the mountain.

  • chocolate that has been melted and is in a liquid state

    Example

    The chef drizzled molten chocolate over the dessert.

  • the layer of the Earth between the outer core and the innermost solid part of the Earth

    Example

    The molten core of the Earth generates the planet's magnetic field.

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Summary: molten in Brief

'Molten' [ˈməʊlt(ə)n] describes materials that have been liquefied by heat, often referring to substances with high melting points like metal and glass. It can also refer to materials made of or containing melted material. Examples include 'The blacksmith poured the molten metal into the mold.' and 'The glassblower shaped the molten glass into a vase.' Phrases like 'molten rock' and 'molten chocolate' extend the term to specific contexts.

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