Word
melting
Phoneticsmelt·ing, stress on the first syllable
US/ˈmɛɫtɪŋ/
UK/mˈɛltɪŋ/
Definitions
01turning from solid to liquid
B1 · Intermediate Uncountable noun Science
n. the process of a solid, like ice or metal, becoming a liquid because it gets hot.
n. the physical process of a substance undergoing a phase transition from solid to liquid by reaching its melting point.
“The rapid melting of the ice caps is a major concern for scientists.”
“The industrial furnace reached temperatures high enough to ensure the complete melting of the scrap metal within an hour.”
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02becoming liquid
B1 · Intermediate
adj. describes something that is currently turning into a liquid.
adj. undergoing the process of liquefaction or dissolution due to heat.
“She tried to catch the melting ice cream before it dripped on her shirt.”
“The hikers struggled to cross the melting snow bridge as the afternoon sun weakened the structure.”
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03emotional or tender
C2 · Proficiency Literary
adj. showing or causing very strong, soft feelings like love or pity.
adj. characterised by or evoking a softening of the heart; tender, emotional, or deeply moving.
“He gave her a melting look that showed how much he missed her.”
“The soprano delivered the final aria with such melting beauty that many in the audience were moved to tears.”
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- Exam level
- CambridgeCambridgeCambridge English QualificationsThe exam suite from Cambridge University Press & Assessment, from A1 Movers up to C2 Proficiency. The benchmark names double as CEFR labels.B1 PreliminaryIELTSIELTSInternational English Language Testing SystemThe 0–9 band test co-owned by the British Council, IDP, and Cambridge. Used for university entry, work, and migration.4.0–5.0TOEFL iBTTOEFL iBTTest of English as a Foreign Language, Internet-Based TestETS's academic English test, the standard route for US university admissions. Scored 0–120, with a 1–6 scale since 2026.1–6 scale: 3.0–3.544–71TOEICTOEICTest of English for International CommunicationETS's workplace English test, big in Japan and Korea. Listening & Reading scores 10–990 and tops out at C1.550–784
- Frequency
- Frequent
- Level
- B1 · Intermediate
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