melty
Americanadjective
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(of food) melting or melted.
a melty grilled cheese sandwich; ice cream softened until just melty at the edges.
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softened in feeling by pity, sympathy, love, etc..
I get all melty when I think or write about her.
Etymology
Origin of melty
First recorded in 1920–25; melt 1 ( def. ) + -y 1 ( def. )
Example Sentences
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She said puffs and melty sticks were wholly inappropriate for use within main meals as infants need food that is high in nutrients.
From BBC • Aug. 21, 2025
The cheese balls should be completely solid, just slightly softened from the vinaigrette — not melty whatsoever.
From Salon • May 4, 2025
A study in juxtaposition, the soft vulnerability of a melty dumpling is hardened in black lacquer, fixed in time and space.
From Los Angeles Times • Oct. 21, 2024
A slather of mustard lends tangy contrast to the melty cheese.
From Washington Times • Oct. 2, 2023
He still had gorgeous eyes and a melty smile, but I felt nothing for him anymore.
From "Keep It Together, Keiko Carter" by Debbi Michiko Florence
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