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
At the least, make sure outdoor animals have a warm, dry shelter, food and unfrozen water. — Howard Cohen, Miami Herald, 30 Jan. 2026 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 See All Example Sentences for unfrozen
Recent Examples of Synonyms for unfrozen
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
Verb
  • At Mildred’s, fluffy eggs, crispy bacon, melted cheese and a generous spread of Dijon-mayo sauce in between two pieces of toast make for a texturally-balanced bite and the antidote to my Sunday scaries.
    — Katelyn Umholtz, Kansas City Star, 30 Sep. 2026
  • As the ice melted, those edges that had lifted slowly sank again.
    — Brian Tang, The Conversation, 30 Sep. 2026

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“Unfrozen.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/unfrozen. Accessed 5 Oct. 2026.

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