Defrost: meaning, definitions and examples
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defrost
[ diːˈfrɒst ]
kitchen
To remove frost or ice from a surface by melting it.
Synonyms
Examples of usage
- The best way to defrost meat is to leave it in the fridge overnight.
- Don't use hot water to defrost your windshield, as it can crack the glass.
refrigerator
The setting on a refrigerator to remove frost from the freezer compartment.
Synonyms
de-icing, thawing
Examples of usage
- I need to turn up the defrost setting on my fridge, it's starting to build up ice.
Translations
Translations of the word "defrost" in other languages:
🇵🇹 descongelar
🇮🇳 डीफ्रॉस्ट
🇩🇪 auftauen
🇮🇩 mencairkan
🇺🇦 розморожувати
🇵🇱 rozmrażać
🇯🇵 解凍する (かいとうする)
🇫🇷 dégivrer
🇪🇸 descongelar
🇹🇷 çözülmek
🇰🇷 해동하다 (haedonghada)
🇸🇦 إذابة الجليد
🇨🇿 rozmrazit
🇸🇰 rozmraziť
🇨🇳 解冻 (jiědòng)
🇸🇮 odmrzniti
🇮🇸 afþýða
🇰🇿 ерітү
🇬🇪 გალღობა (galghoba)
🇦🇿 ərimək
🇲🇽 descongelar
Word origin
The word 'defrost' originated in the early 20th century, combining 'de-' meaning 'remove' and 'frost'. The process of defrosting has been essential in food preservation and refrigeration technology, allowing for the safe storage of perishable items. Over time, advancements in refrigeration systems have improved the efficiency of defrosting mechanisms, making it a common feature in modern appliances.
See also: frost, frostiness, frosting, frosty, hoarfrost.