What does THAWS mean?

Parts of Speech:

Thaws is a verb.

Definitions:

1. To become less severe or to melt after being frozen (e.g. snow or ice).

2. To become more friendly or relaxed after a period of tension or unfriendliness.

Pronunciations:

US: /θɔz/

UK: /θɔːz/

Origin and Usage:

The word "thaws" originated from the Old Norse word "thá" meaning "thaw" or "melt." It has been used in English since the 14th century. Thaws are typically associated with the end of winter and the beginning of spring, as snow and ice begin to melt. The word is also used metaphorically to describe a change in attitude or relationship, as in "the tension between them thawed."

Synonyms:

Defrost, melt, soften, warm up, unfreeze.

Related Words:

Blaze, chafe, craze, glaze, graze.

Example Sentences:

1. After the long winter, the snow finally thaws and the flowers begin to bloom.
2. With a little warmth, the ice on the pond thaws and the ducks can swim again.
3. After weeks of not speaking, the tension between them finally thaws and they begin to talk again.