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solidification

/səˌlɪd.ɪ.fɪˈkeɪ.ʃən/
so · lid · i · fi · ca · tion
Adverb:solidly
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Plural:solidifications
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Adjective:solid
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solidification Lexical Profile

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• noun

1

The physical process by which a liquid or gas changes into a solid state, typically through cooling, freezing, or chemical reaction.

Example

"The rapid solidification of the molten metal created a remarkably durable alloy."

2

The act or process of making an abstract concept, relationship, plan, or position stronger, firmer, and more certain.

Example

"The trade agreement marked the solidification of a long-standing economic partnership between the two nations."

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• Rhymes for solidification

• Nearby Words

solidago
solidarity
solidaster
solidification
solidifier
solidify
solidity

Word Origin & Etymology

Borrowed in the late 18th century from French solidification, derived from solidifier ('to make solid'), ultimately from Latin solidus ('firm, whole') and facere ('to make').

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Wordmom. (2026). Definition of Solidification. In Wordmom Dictionary. Retrieved Nov 5, 2026, from https://wordmom.com/dictionary/solidification
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