What does MELTS mean?

Parts of Speech:

Verb

Definitions:

1. to become liquefied by warmth or heat
2. to disappear gradually
3. to make or become emotional or sentimental
4. to blend or combine gradually

Pronunciations:

• US: /mɛlts/
• UK: /mɛlts/

Origin and Usage:

The word "melts" is derived from the Old English word "meltan" meaning "to become liquid". It is commonly used to describe the process of a solid substance becoming liquid due to heat or warmth. It can also be used figuratively to describe the gradual disappearance of something or the emotional effect of something. It is often used in cooking to describe the process of melting cheese, chocolate, or butter.

Synonyms:

• liquefies
• softens
• thaws
• mollifies

Related Words:

• smelt
• metal
• motel
• mules
• masks

Example Sentences:

1. The ice cream melts quickly in the sun.
2. The snowman slowly melts away as the temperature rises.
3. The movie always melts her heart and makes her cry.
4. The cheese melts perfectly on the pizza.