English · Nature & Environment
melt
/mɛlt/
[/mɛlt/]
change from solid to liquid with heat
Beginnerverb
Definition
To change from a solid to a liquid because of heat, like ice turning to water. It can also describe feelings softening.
Example
The snow began to melt in the sunshine.
The snow began to melt in the sunshine.
Etymology
From Old English 'meltan' (to become liquid).
How & Where It’s Used
Used for ice, snow, and metals, and figuratively for emotions.