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solidifying

 

[ səˈlɪdɪfaɪɪŋ ]

Verb / Noun
Context #1 | Verb

process of becoming solid

The act or process of becoming solid; the process of becoming hard or firm; the process of solidifying.

Synonyms

condensing, hardening, setting

Examples of usage

  • The solidifying of the mixture is essential for the final product.
  • Solidifying the solution will take several hours.
  • The solidifying of the lava turned it into rock.
Context #2 | Noun

making or becoming solid

The action or process of making or becoming solid, firm, or hard.

Synonyms

hardening, setting, solidification

Examples of usage

  • The solidifying of the liquid was visible as it turned into a solid.
  • Solidifying of the concrete is important for its strength.

Translations

Translations of the word "solidifying" in other languages:

🇵🇹 solidificação

🇮🇳 ठोस करना

🇩🇪 Verfestigung

🇮🇩 pemadatan

🇺🇦 застигаючи

🇵🇱 utwardzanie

🇯🇵 固化

🇫🇷 solidification

🇪🇸 solidificación

🇹🇷 katılaşma

🇰🇷 굳히기

🇸🇦 تصلب

🇨🇿 zpevňování

🇸🇰 upevňovanie

🇨🇳 固化

🇸🇮 strjevanje

🇮🇸 hörðnun

🇰🇿 қатаю

🇬🇪 გაწმენდვა

🇦🇿 bərkidilməsi

🇲🇽 solidificación

Word origin

The word 'solidifying' originates from the verb 'solidify', which is derived from the Latin word 'solidus' meaning 'solid'. The concept of solidification has been crucial in various fields such as chemistry, physics, and materials science. Understanding the process of solidifying has led to advancements in industries like metallurgy, construction, and food processing. The ability to control solidification has paved the way for innovative technologies and products.

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

Word Frequency Rank

At rank #26,536, this word represents specialized academic or technical vocabulary. It's less frequently encountered but may be valuable in specific contexts.