melt

B1
Pronunciation
/mɛlt/
Noun
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

Molten material, the product of melting.

2 Definition

The transition of matter from a solid state to a liquid state.

3 Definition

The springtime snow runoff in mountain regions.

4 Definition

A melt sandwich.

5 Definition

A wax-based substance for use in an oil burner as an alternative to mixing oils and water.

6 Definition

An idiot.

Verb
6 definition(s)
1 Definition

To change (or to be changed) from a solid state to a liquid state, usually by a gradual heat.

Example Sentences
  • I melted butter to make a cake.
2 Definition

To dissolve, disperse, vanish.

Example Sentences
  • His troubles melted away.
3 Definition

To soften, as by a warming or kindly influence; to relax; to render gentle or susceptible to mild influences; sometimes, in a bad sense, to take away the firmness of; to weaken.

4 Definition

To be discouraged.

5 Definition

To be emotionally softened or touched.

Example Sentences
  • She melted when she saw the romantic message in the Valentine's Day card.
6 Definition

To be very hot and sweat profusely.

Example Sentences
  • I need shade! I'm melting!