defrost
|de-frost|
B1
🇺🇸
/dɪˈfrɔst/
🇬🇧
/dɪˈfrɒst/
remove ice
Etymology
Etymology Information
'defrost' originates from English, specifically the prefix 'de-' meaning 'remove' and 'frost' meaning 'ice or frozen state'.
Historical Evolution
'defrost' was formed in modern English by combining 'de-' and 'frost'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to remove frost', and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Idioms
Last updated: 2025/01/16 16:18