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solid
A substance in the fundamental state of matter that retains its size and shape without need of a container (as opposed to a liquid or gas).
A three-dimensional figure (as opposed to a surface, an area, or a curve).
A favor.
"I owe him; he did me a solid last year."
(of an object or substance) That can be picked up or held, having a texture, and usually firm. Unlike a liquid or a gas.
"Almost all metals are solid at room temperature."
Large in size, quantity, or value.
Similar: massive, substantial
Lacking holes, hollows or admixtures of other materials.
"solid chocolate"
Solidly.
Without spaces or hyphens.
"Many long-established compounds are set solid."
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