thawed

[θɔːd]

thawed Definition

• 1. (of ice, snow, or another frozen substance) become liquid or soft as a result of warming up
• 2. (of food) no longer frozen because it has been allowed to warm up to the temperature of its surroundings

Using thawed: Examples

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

• Example

  The snow had thawed by midday.

• Example

  I forgot to put the chicken in the fridge to thaw.

• Example

  The meat should be completely thawed before cooking.

• Example

  The river was thawed enough for us to cross.

thawed Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for thawed

• defrosted
• unfrozen
• liquified
• melted

Antonyms for thawed

• frozen
• solid
• frosty

Phrases with thawed

• thaw out

  to become warm after being very cold

  Example

  We sat by the fire to thaw out our frozen toes.

• thaw someone's heart

  to cause someone to become less unfriendly or hostile

  Example

  Her kindness and sincerity thawed his heart, and he began to trust her.

• thaw relations

  to improve or restore friendly relationships between people or groups

  Example

  The two countries have taken steps to thaw relations after years of tension and conflict.

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Summary: thawed in Brief

'Thawed' [θɔːd] refers to the process of becoming liquid or soft due to warming up, typically used for frozen substances like ice or food. It can also describe the state of no longer being frozen. Examples include 'The snow had thawed by midday.' and 'The meat should be completely thawed before cooking.' Phrases like 'thaw out' denote warming up after being very cold, while 'thaw someone's heart' and 'thaw relations' refer to improving relationships.