melting (/ˈmɛltɪŋ/)
adjective · Intermediate · Nature & Environment
🔊 /ˈmɛltɪŋ/
Meaning
Meaning: becoming liquid from heat
In the process of turning from solid to liquid because of heat. It can also describe something very tender or touching.
Examples
🗣 The melting snow filled the streams.
Etymology
Present participle of ‘melt’, from Old English ‘meltan’.
How & Where It’s Used
Used for ice and snow; ‘melting pot’ describes a mix of cultures.
Tags: weather, change