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Solid

/ˈsɒlɪd/

A substance in the fundamental state of matter that retains its size and shape without need of a container (as opposed to a liquid or gas).

📖 Definitions of "Solid"

noun
  1. 1

    A substance in the fundamental state of matter that retains its size and shape without need of a container (as opposed to a liquid or gas).

  2. 2

    A three-dimensional figure (as opposed to a surface, an area, or a curve).

  3. 3

    A favor.

    "I owe him; he did me a solid last year."

  4. 4

    An article of clothing which is of a single color throughout.

    "I prefer solids over paisleys."

adjective
  1. 1

    (of an object or substance) That can be picked up or held, having a texture, and usually firm. Unlike a liquid or a gas.

    "Almost all metals are solid at room temperature."

  2. 2

    Large in size, quantity, or value.

  3. 3

    Lacking holes, hollows or admixtures of other materials.

    "solid chocolate"

  4. 4

    Strong or unyielding.

    "a solid foundation"

adverb
  1. 1

    Solidly.

  2. 2

    Without spaces or hyphens.

    "Many long-established compounds are set solid."

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