melt in something

melt in something
melt in something
1. [for something] to melt to a liquid at a high temperature. •

Surely the plastic cup will melt in such heat.

This tray will melt in the oven, so keep it out of there.

2. [for something] to dissolve in a particular liquid. •

Sugar melts in hot water easily.

Will this substance melt in heated water?


Dictionary of American idioms. 2013.

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