solid

B1
Pronunciation
/ˈsɒlɪd/
/ˈsɑlɪd/
Noun
5 definition(s)
1 Definition

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 Definition

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

3 Definition

A favor.

Example Sentences
  • I owe him; he did me a solid last year.
4 Definition

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

Example Sentences
  • I prefer solids over paisleys.
5 Definition

(in the plural) Food which is not liquid-based.

Example Sentences
  • The doctor said I can't eat any solids four hours before the operation.
Adjective
15 definition(s)
1 Definition

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

Example Sentences
  • Almost all metals are solid at room temperature.
2 Definition

Large in size, quantity, or value.

Synonyms
massive substantial
3 Definition

Lacking holes, hollows or admixtures of other materials.

Example Sentences
  • solid chocolate
4 Definition

Strong or unyielding.

Example Sentences
  • a solid foundation
5 Definition

Excellent, of high quality, or reliable.

Example Sentences
  • I don't think Dave would have done that. He's a solid dude.
6 Definition

Hearty; filling.

Example Sentences
  • a solid meal
7 Definition

Worthy of credit, trust, or esteem; substantial; not frivolous or fallacious.

8 Definition

Financially well off; wealthy.

9 Definition

Sound; not weak.

Example Sentences
  • a solid constitution of body
10 Definition

Written as one word, without spaces or hyphens.

Synonyms
closed
Example Sentences
  • American English writes many words as solid that British English hyphenates.
11 Definition

Not having the lines separated by leads; not open.

12 Definition

United; without division; unanimous.

Example Sentences
  • The delegation is solid for a candidate.
13 Definition

Of a single color throughout.

Example Sentences
  • He wore a solid shirt with floral pants.
14 Definition

(of drawn lines) Continuous; unbroken; not dotted or dashed.

Example Sentences
  • The solid lines show roads, and the dotted lines footpaths.
15 Definition

Having all the geometrical dimensions; cubic.

Example Sentences
  • A solid foot contains 1,728 solid inches.
Adverb
2 definition(s)
1 Definition

Solidly.

2 Definition

Without spaces or hyphens.

Example Sentences
  • Many long-established compounds are set solid.