defrosted

adjective

as in thawed
freed from a frozen state by exposure to warmth I tossed a defrosted steak under the broiler for dinner

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  1. thawed
  2. unfrozen
  3. melted
Adjective
  • Thoroughly squeezing the thawed spinach is essential—this step prevents a watery filling and keeps the feta-forward flavor intact.
    — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 17 Sep. 2026
  • Waiting to aerate until the ground is completely thawed is very important; aerating frozen ground can damage the root systems of your plants and grass.
    — Alexandra Kelly, Martha Stewart, 22 Feb. 2026
Definition of thawed
Adjective
  • Two other yachts were quietly unfrozen and released back to their owners.
    — Danielle Chemtob, Forbes.com, 27 July 2026
  • Many bird species remain in Colorado year-round, and access to unfrozen water can mean the difference between survival and perishing during harsh cold snaps.
    — Special to The Denver Post, Denver Post, 12 May 2026
Definition of unfrozen
Adjective
  • Bacalao with melted leeks comes from the Spanish side of Lane’s brain, finished with a South American seaweed salt for umami and grip.
    — David Hochman, Forbes.com, 15 Aug. 2026
Definition of melted
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“Defrosted.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/defrosted. Accessed 3 Oct. 2026.

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