Unfrozen: meaning, definitions and examples

Etymology

• The word combines the prefix 'un-', which means 'not,' with 'frozen,' the past participle of freeze.
• The concept of freezing and thawing is ancient, with origins in various languages describing the solidification of water.

Science

• Water freezes at 0 degrees Celsius (32 degrees Fahrenheit), but can remain unfrozen when temperature is slightly above that.
• Thawing, the process of becoming unfrozen, is important in many natural processes, such as the melting of glaciers, affecting ecosystems.

Culinary Arts

• In cooking, ingredients like meat or vegetables are often frozen to preserve them and need to be unfrozen before cooking.
• Safe thawing methods include placing food in the refrigerator or using microwaves, avoiding room temperature to prevent bacteria growth.

Pop Culture

• The term 'unfrozen' gained popularity with animated films, such as ‘Frozen,’ leading to discussions about thawing relationships and emotional growth.
• In television and movies, characters often experience transformation from 'frozen' (emotionally or physically) to 'unfrozen' stages, symbolizing change.

Climate Change

• As global temperatures rise, permafrost regions are becoming unfrozen, which can release greenhouse gases into the atmosphere.
• The thawing of ice in polar regions is a significant indicator of climate change, impacting sea levels and ecosystems globally.

This word's position of #30,572 indicates it's among the more rare English words. While understanding it broadens your vocabulary, focus on more common words first.

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