melt

verb B2

Meaning

To melt means to change a solid substance into a liquid state by applying heat, often used in contexts such as cooking or materials science.
💡 A common mistake is to confuse "melt" with "melted," which is the past tense; remember to use the correct form based on the tense needed.

Example Sentences

Does the ice melt faster in warm water or cold water ?
The ice will melt quickly if the sun stays strong .
The ice will melt quickly under the intense sunlight .
The snow will melt quickly when the sun comes out .

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