Solids - English meaning

noun

A substance or object that is solid rather than liquid or fluid.

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I was reminded of high school physics where we learned that solids conduct sound better than both l…

noun

A body or geometric figure having three dimensions.

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In particular he identified the five elements, fire, earth, air, water and celestial matter with th…

adjective

Firm and stable in shape; not liquid or fluid.

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The stream was frozen solid

adjective

Having three dimensions.

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A solid figure with six plane faces

adjective

Not hollow or containing spaces or gaps.

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A sculpture made out of solid rock

adjective

Dependable; reliable.

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The defence is solid

adjective

On good terms with.

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He thought he could put himself in solid with you by criticizing her

adjective

Severe; unfair.

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They'll be solid on him for that mistake

adjective

Having a fixed shape that cannot be changed easily

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After flying all night, he was glad to be on solid ground., solid rock, a solid oak table, solid go…

adjective

Of a good standard

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The bank has reported solid earnings for the year.