Thaw

Synonyms of thaw

• melt
• defrost
• thaw out

Antonyms of thaw

• chill
• freeze
• solidify

Collocations of thaw

thaw out

Frequency: 80 %

I need to thaw out the frozen vegetables before cooking them.

thawed meat

Frequency: 70 %

Make sure to cook the thawed meat thoroughly to avoid any health risks.

thawing process

Frequency: 65 %

The thawing process took longer than expected due to the thick ice.

thawed fish

Frequency: 50 %

The thawed fish had a strong odor, indicating it was not fresh.

thawed water

Frequency: 45 %

The thawed water from the ice bucket spilled all over the floor.

Idiomatic Expressions for thaw

• Phrase: thaw the chill
  Meaning: To make a cold or unfriendly atmosphere more welcoming or comfortable.
  Usage: His jokes helped to thaw the chill in the room during the meeting.