Definition of unfrozennext
as in thawed
freed from a frozen state by exposure to warmth there should be a couple of unfrozen chicken breasts in the refrigerator

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unfrozen

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verb

past participle of unfreeze

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Recent Examples of unfrozen
Adjective
Make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food, and unfrozen water available. Nc Weather Bot, Charlotte Observer, 26 Jan. 2026 Access to water is also critically important for birds in winter, especially in northern climates where unfrozen sources are often in short supply. Anne Readel, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Jan. 2026 Keep pets indoors as much as possible, and make sure outdoor animals have warm, dry shelter with food and unfrozen water. Mary Wasson, Austin American Statesman, 26 Jan. 2026 Haddad said those funds could be unfrozen if a deal to offset revenue losses from the tax exemptions is reached. Lisandra Paraguassu, Reuters, 18 July 2024 See All Example Sentences for unfrozen
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unfrozen
Adjective
  • 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
  • The next morning, reheat the chicken in the microwave or in a skillet with a splash of broth, then mix it with mayo, the thawed puréed veggies, and fresh parsley.
    Karla Walsh, Better Homes & Gardens, 28 Dec. 2025
Verb
  • The pat explanation for this shift is that people are just too busy, too broke, and too brain-melted to read serious books any more.
    Literary Hub, Literary Hub, 15 July 2026
  • Flip sandwiches, and cook, covered, until golden on second side and cheese is melted, 1 to 2 minutes more.
    Erin Merhar, Southern Living, 15 July 2026

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“Unfrozen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unfrozen. Accessed 19 Jul. 2026.

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