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thaw
noun(thaw)
the process whereby heat changes something from a solid to a liquid
Synonyms: melt, melting, thawing,
Examples:
The thawing of a frozen turkey takes several hours.
thaw
noun(thaw)
warm weather following a freeze; snow and ice melt
Synonyms: thawing, warming,
Examples:
They welcomed the spring thaw.
thaw
verb(thaw)
become or cause to become soft or liquid
Synonyms: dethaw, dissolve, melt, unfreeze, unthaw,
Examples:
The ice thawed.
Dethaw the meat.
thaw
noun(thaw)
a relaxation or slackening of tensions or reserve; becoming less hostile
Examples:
The thaw between the United States and Russia has led to increased cooperation in world affairs.

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