pre-melt
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B2
/priː-mɛlt/
melt beforehand
Etymology
Etymology Information
'pre-melt' originates from the prefix 'pre-' meaning 'before' and the verb 'melt' meaning 'to change from a solid to a liquid state.'
Historical Evolution
'Pre-melt' combines the prefix 'pre-' with the verb 'melt,' forming a modern English term used in industrial and culinary contexts.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to melt beforehand,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to melt a substance partially or completely before a subsequent process or use.
The chocolate was pre-melted before being added to the cake batter.
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Last updated: 2025/07/24 01:42