Example: El deshielo en la pista retrasó varios vuelos internacionales.
Definition
"Deshielo" refers to the process in which ice or snow melts, especially in contexts like airport runways where it can cause delays or hazards. It signifies the thawing or melting of frozen surfaces crucial for safe air travel operations.
Translations
thaw
dooi
desgel
dégel
Auftauen
Etymology
The word "deshielo" comes from Spanish, combining the prefix 'des-' meaning removal or reversal, with 'hielo,' meaning ice. Essentially, it describes the action of ice disappearing or melting. Did you know? This term is often used in aviation when ice on runways melts, affecting flight schedules.
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"Deshielo" appears in the Vocaplus list "Spanish - Air travel & Aviation - (A1-C2) - set 1", containing 110 commonly used words.
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