solid — firm and stable in shape; not liquid or gas
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: firm and stable in shape; not liquid or gas
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈsɑːlɪd/
Korean meaning: 고체의, 단단한
Korean pronunciation: **솔**리드
Example Sentences
- My grandmother's fruitcake is so solid, it could be used as a doorstop.
- The company has built a solid reputation over 50 years.
- His excuse was about as solid as a chocolate teapot.
solid
ADJECTIVE//ˈsɑːlɪd//
firm and stable in shape; not liquid or gas
A worker tests the solid concrete block with his hammer
Stay solid and stolid, keep your plans valid!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
라틴어 'solidus'에서 유래되었으며, 이는 '온전한, 단단한'이라는 의미였습니다. 고대 로마에서 solidus는 금화의 이름이기도 했는데, 이 금화가 매우 단단하고 믿을 만했기 때문입니다.
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My grandmother's fruitcake is so solid, it could be used as a doorstop.”
“The company has built a solid reputation over 50 years.”
“His excuse was about as solid as a chocolate teapot.”
“We need solid evidence before making any accusations.”
“The ice cream melted and then became solid again in the freezer.”
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