Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
melting
verb
/ˈmɛltɪŋ/
Definition
The process through which a solid becomes a liquid due to the application of heat.
Examples
- The ice is melting on the sidewalk under the warm sun.
- Chocolate has a low melting point, making it easy to use in desserts.
- When you heat the wax, it starts melting and can be shaped.
Meaning
Melting refers to the transition of a substance from a solid state to a liquid state, which occurs when the substance absorbs enough heat energy to overcome the forces holding its particles together.
Synonyms
- liquefying
- thawing
- softening
