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solidification

 

[ səˌlɪdɪfɪˈkeɪʃən ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

process of becoming solid

Solidification is the process of changing from a liquid to a solid state by cooling or freezing.

Synonyms

crystallization, freezing

Examples of usage

  • The solidification of water into ice is a common example.
  • Metal solidification is an important step in the manufacturing process.
Context #2 | Noun

strengthening or becoming firm

Solidification can also refer to the process of making something stronger or more stable.

Synonyms

stabilization, strengthening

Examples of usage

  • The solidification of their relationship came after many challenges.
  • The team's performance showed solidification after the new training program.

Translations

Translations of the word "solidification" in other languages:

🇵🇹 solidificação

🇮🇳 ठोसकरण

🇩🇪 Erstarrung

🇮🇩 pembekuan

🇺🇦 твердіння

🇵🇱 krzepnięcie

🇯🇵 凝固 (gyōko)

🇫🇷 solidification

🇪🇸 solidificación

🇹🇷 katılaşma

🇰🇷 응고 (eung-go)

🇸🇦 تصلب (tasallub)

🇨🇿 tuhnutí

🇸🇰 tuhnutie

🇨🇳 凝固 (nínggù)

🇸🇮 strjevanje

🇮🇸 storknun

🇰🇿 қатаю

🇬🇪 გამყარება (gamqareba)

🇦🇿 bərkimə

🇲🇽 solidificación

Etymology

The word 'solidification' originated from the Latin word 'solidus', meaning solid, combined with the suffix '-fy' meaning to make. It has been used in the English language since the 17th century to describe the process of becoming solid or stronger.

See also: solid, solidarity, solidified, solidifier, solidify, solidifying, solidity.

Word Frequency Rank

With rank #16,110, this word belongs to specialized vocabulary. While not common in everyday speech, it enriches your ability to express complex ideas.