Liquefy

usgb/ˈlɪkwɪfaɪ/
verb

To turn something solid into a liquid.

Heat will liquefy the butter.
Visual representation of "liquefy" - To turn something solid into a liquid

Often appears as...

  • liquefy butter
  • liquefy chocolate
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Heat Induced

Liquefy often involves heat to transition solid items to liquid form.

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The intense heat will liquefy the wax quickly.
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Natural Processes

Liquefy can also refer to natural melting without direct human intervention.

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The sun will eventually liquefy the hailstones on the sidewalk.
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Not Dissolving

Liquefying doesn't mean dissolving into another substance; it becomes liquid while remaining pure.

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If you liquefy raw sugar, you'll get liquid sugar, not syrup.
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