defrost
Defrost (verb) means to remove ice or frost from something, such as a freezer or windshield. Example: “Remember to defrost the freezer before it gets too icy.”
How to use defrost
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishTo thaw something out or clear ice away.
In the UK, "defrost" is also common for thawing food; American English sometimes prefers "thaw" for food and reserves "defrost" for appliances.
Word forms
defrosted past tense, defrosts plural, defrosts singular
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Can you complete this real example?
Remember to _____ the freezer before it gets too icy.
Etymology
From de- + frost.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “defrost” mean?
The word “defrost” means to remove ice or frost from something, such as a freezer or windshield. In plain terms, to thaw something out or clear ice away.
How do you pronounce “defrost”?
“Defrost” is pronounced dee-FROST (/diːˈfɹɔst/ in IPA).
How do you use “defrost” in a sentence?
Here is “defrost” used in a sentence: “Remember to defrost the freezer before it gets too icy.”
What part of speech is “defrost”?
“Defrost” is a verb.
How many meanings does “defrost” have?
“Defrost” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: to remove ice or frost from something, such as a freezer or windshield.