A confusing conjunction of "defrost" and "thaw". Has a corresponding etymology to unthaw. Literally it means to refreeze, however, it has never actually been used correctly in conversation. Ever. In fact, it is always used to mean the opposite- a synonym for thaw. Just say thaw, not dethaw, not unthaw, just thaw.

The act of thawing-out a frozen object. It is a terrible misuse of correct grammar; however, I am defining it so I can say I was not wrong in using it earlier.

a slang word for the act of thawimg in cold water