Liquida (en. Liquid)

/likidɑ/

Meaning & Definition

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noun
State of matter characterized by the absence of a fixed shape.
Water is a liquid at room temperature.
El agua es un líquido a temperatura ambiente.
Substance that flows and has no defined shape.
Juices are liquids that can be drunk.
Los jugos son líquidos que se pueden beber.
verb
To make something liquid or to transform into liquid.
Heat liquefies ice.
El calor liquida el hielo.

Etymology

From Latin 'liquidus', meaning 'liquid' or 'fluid'.

Common Phrases and Expressions

liquidate your asset
To sell or convert an asset into cash.
liquida tu activo
liquid zone
Area where liquids accumulate.
zona liquida

Related Words

liquid
State of matter that has variable shape and defined volume.
líquido
liq
Abbreviation for liquid in scientific contexts.
liq

Slang Meanings

Something that is disposable or of little value.
That idea is very liquid, I don't think it will work.
Esa idea es muy líquida, no creo que funcione.
Referring to an unstable or temporary situation.
His economic situation is liquid, it won't last long.
Su situación económica es líquida, no durará mucho.