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solid

/ˈsɒlɪd/
noun
  1. 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).

  2. A three-dimensional figure (as opposed to a surface, an area, or a curve).

  3. A favor.

    "I owe him; he did me a solid last year."

adjective
  1. (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."

  2. Large in size, quantity, or value.

    Similar: massive, substantial

  3. Lacking holes, hollows or admixtures of other materials.

    "solid chocolate"

Synonymsclosed, massive, substantial
adverb
  1. Solidly.

  2. Without spaces or hyphens.

    "Many long-established compounds are set solid."

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