Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

unfreeze

verb

/ʌnˈfriːz/

Definition

To thaw or to restore something to its liquid or active state after it has been frozen.

Examples

Make sure to unfreeze the chicken in the refrigerator overnight before cooking it.
The company decided to unfreeze salaries after the economic recovery.

Meaning

Unfreeze refers to the process of warming something that has been frozen so it can return to its normal condition. This can apply to food, water, or financial accounts that have been frozen temporarily.