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Defrost

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Meanings of Defrost

Verb

  • To make something warm so that ice or frost melts.
  • To take away frost from something, like a freezer.
  • To feel better after being tired from something.

Noun

  • The act of getting rid of frost or ice.

Explanation of the word: Defrost

Defrost means to take something that is frozen, like meat or ice, and make it not frozen anymore. You can do this by leaving it out or using warm water.

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Translations for the word: Defrost

hindi
डीफ्रॉस्ट

defrost

पिघलाना

pighlaana

गला देना

gala dena

   

Frequently Asked Questions about the word: Defrost

What does 'defrost' mean?
Defrost means to remove ice or frost from something, like food that is frozen.
How do you pronounce 'defrost'?
You say 'defrost' like this: dee-frost.
What is the origin of the word 'defrost'?
The word 'defrost' comes from the prefix 'de-' meaning to remove, and 'frost' which refers to the ice that forms.
What is the meaning of 'defrost' in Hindi?
The word 'defrost' in Hindi is 'पिघलाना' (Pighalānā).