verb
- to change from a solid to a liquid state due to heat
- to disappear or fade away gradually
- to become gentle or tender in feeling
noun
- a sandwich with melted cheese
Usage: informal
Examples
- The ice cream began to melt in the hot sun.
- Snow melts quickly when temperatures rise above freezing.
- Her anger seemed to melt away when she saw his smile.
- The crowd melted into the darkness after the concert ended.
- His stern expression melted when he saw the puppy.
- I ordered a tuna melt for lunch.
- The butter will melt if you leave it on the counter.