degelation

/ˌdʒɛɡəˈleɪʃən/

Definitions

1. noun

The process or act of converting ice or a substance from a solid to a liquid state, often caused by an increase in temperature or pressure.

“The degelation of the frozen lake was a gradual process, taking several days to complete.”

Synonyms

  • melting
  • thawing

Antonyms

  • freezing
  • solidification