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/ˈsɒlɪd/ · sol·id
noun
- 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 a gas). Ice is a solid at temperatures below 0 °C.
- A three‑dimensional figure (as opposed to a surface, an area, or a curve). A cube is a solid with six square faces.
- A favor; a helpful act done for someone. He gave me a solid when I needed a ride to the airport.
adjective
- (of an object or substance) That can be picked up or held, having a texture, and usually firm. Unlike a liquid or a gas. The metal rod felt solid in my hand.
- Large in size, quantity, or value. She made a solid investment in real estate.
- Lacking holes, hollows or admixtures of other materials. The baker used solid chocolate for the ganache.
adverb
- In a solid manner; firmly or securely. The building stood solidly against the wind.
- Without spaces or hyphens, as in typographic conventions. Many long‑established compounds are set solid.
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Did you know? The Latin word solidus also gave its name to a Roman gold coin introduced by Emperor Aurelian; the coin’s name later influenced the English term for something firm and unchanging.