deliquescence

/ˌdɛlɪˈkwɛsəns/
noun
  1. The process of becoming liquid by absorbing moisture from the air.
    • The deliquescence of the salt made it turn into a puddle on the counter.
    • In humid weather, deliquescence can cause certain chemicals to dissolve on their own.
    • The scientist studied the deliquescence of the compound under different humidity levels.
  2. A gradual melting or dissolving away, especially of something solid.
    • Deliquescence of the ice sculpture occurred as the room warmed up.
    • The deliquescence of the candle wax left a sticky mess on the table.
    • The old sugar cube showed signs of deliquescence in the damp pantry.
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