molten

adjective mol·ten \ˈmōl-t^ən\

: melted by heat

Full Definition of MOLTEN

obsolete : made by melting and casting

: fused or liquefied by heat : melted <molten lava>

: having warmth or brilliance : glowing

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Middle English, from past participle of melten to melt

First Known Use: 14th century

MOLTEN Defined for Kids

adjective mol·ten \ˈmōl-t^ən\

: melted especially by very great heat <molten metal>

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