26984 words

defrost

2 definitions • 4 examples
1
to (cause to) become free of ice, or to (cause to) become no longer frozen:

Examples:

When you get a build-up of ice in your freezer, you know it's time to defrost it.
Defrost the chicken thoroughly before cooking.
Leave the chicken to defrost.
2
to become or cause something to become free of ice or no longer frozen:

Examples:

[ I ] Take some meat out of the freezer to defrost for supper.

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