thawing
4 synonyms and 0 antonyms for thawing, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Noun — The process of something melting or becoming less frozen.
Synonyms
Less common
Still standard English, but they carry more weight.
Rare, literary or technical
Precise, but they will stand out — check the sense before using one.
Etymology
From thaw + -ing.
Full origin of thawing →Frequently asked questions
What does “thawing” mean?
The word “thawing” means the process of something melting or becoming less frozen. In plain terms, the process of melting or warming up after being frozen.
How do you pronounce “thawing”?
“Thawing” is pronounced THAW-ihng (/ˈθɔ.ɪŋ/ in IPA).
How do you use “thawing” in a sentence?
Here is “thawing” used in a sentence: “Thawing the turkey properly takes at least a day in the fridge.”
What part of speech is “thawing”?
“Thawing” is a noun.