Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

degelo

noun
deh-geh-loh
Definition
the melting of ice or snow, particularly in reference to a gradual process due to rising temperatures.
Examples
  • O degelo nas montanhas está acelerando devido ao aquecimento global.
  • The degelo in spring leads to higher water levels in rivers.
Meaning
Degelo refers to the process where ice turns into water as the temperature increases, commonly associated with seasonal changes in climate.
Synonyms
  • descongelamento
  • derretimento
  • thawing