noun
definition
The removal of frost.
verb
definition
To remove frost from.
example
I have just defrosted the fridge.
definition
To thaw something.
example
Will you defrost the chops for supper tonight?
definition
To recover from something tiresome.
example
See you tomorrow evening; I'll have defrosted from my trip by then.
Examples of defrost in a Sentence
A basic microwave oven should be able to cook, defrost and reheat.
The frozen water will defrost gradually during the trip so the dog can drink when thirsty.
Avoid using the microwave to defrost the meat because this process can make the flesh tough and rubbery.
Do not defrost food by leaving out of the refrigerator.
This dehumidifier has an internal defrost system that prevents frost build up on its inner coils and allows for operation in areas with temperatures as low as 55 degrees.
The defrost setting just pulses the microwaves on and off to allow time for these bursts of cooking to even out.
Meanwhile, Mo attempts to defrost her frozen turkey in the bath.
Matthew Puttock had left the engine running to defrost the windscreen in order that he could drive safely.
The microwave revolutionized the way people cook, allowing the average person to defrost meat, boil water, or prepare a meal almost instantly.
The finish is stainless steel and the 13.5 inch turntable and super fast defrost setting can accommodate small to medium cooking containers.
If possible always defrost them in the bottom of the fridge.
As winter approaches, you should be prepared to unfreeze door locks and defrost the windows.
To thaw food properly place the frozen food in a bath of cold water replacing the water every 30-40 minutes, place it in the refrigerator or defrost it in the microwave.
However, if you want all of the bells and whistles with LED displays, or defrost and reheat functions, you should expect to pay more.
When preparing to cook a turkey in a roaster oven, the first thing you need to do is defrost the bird.
Sauté onion in pan, add peas and carrots to defrost.