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thawing

[ˈθɔːɪŋ]

thawing Definition

  • 1the process of ice, snow, or another frozen substance becoming liquid as a result of warming up
  • 2the process of becoming friendlier or more cordial after a period of unfriendliness

Using thawing: Examples

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

  • Example

    The thawing of the Arctic ice caps is causing concern among scientists.

  • Example

    The thawing of the chicken should take about an hour.

  • Example

    The thawing of relations between the two countries was a welcome development.

thawing Synonyms and Antonyms

Synonyms for thawing

Antonyms for thawing

Phrases with thawing

  • the melting of permanently frozen ground in the Arctic and subarctic regions

    Example

    The thawing permafrost is releasing large amounts of methane into the atmosphere.

  • the period of improved relations between the United States and the Soviet Union in the 1980s

    Example

    The thawing of the Cold War led to the signing of several arms control agreements.

  • thawing of tensions

    the process of reducing or eliminating hostility between two parties

    Example

    The recent talks have led to a thawing of tensions between the two countries.

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Summary: thawing in Brief

Thawing [ˈθɔːɪŋ] refers to the process of ice or snow becoming liquid due to warming. It also means the process of becoming friendlier after a period of unfriendliness. Examples include 'The thawing of the Arctic ice caps' and 'The thawing of relations between the two countries.'