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solid

UK
/ˈsɒl.ɪd/
US
/ˈsɑː.lɪd/

Translations

solidnoun
solids
pl
UK
/ˈsɒl.ɪd/
US
/ˈsɑː.lɪd/
solideEn physique ou en géométrie.
The ice cube is a solid that will melt into a liquid when heated.
Le cube de glace est un solide qui fondra en liquide lorsqu'il sera chauffé.
solidesAu pluriel, pour les aliments solides par opposition aux liquides.
Infants usually begin eating solids at around six months.
Les nourrissons commencent généralement à manger des solides vers l'âge de six mois.
Additional translations
serviceFamilier, surtout dans l'expression « do someone a solid ».
Synonyms
substance
matter
object
entity
material
solidadjective
solider
Comp.
solidest
Super.
UK
/ˈsɒl.ɪd/
US
/ˈsɑː.lɪd/
The sculpture was made from a solid block of marble.
La sculpture était faite d'un bloc de marbre solide.
fiablePour une personne, une réputation ou un résultat digne de confiance.
She has a solid reputation for delivering projects on time.
Elle a une réputation fiable pour livrer les projets à temps.
solideS'emploie aussi au sens de robuste, bien construit.
The bridge was constructed with solid materials to withstand heavy traffic.
Le pont a été construit avec des matériaux solides pour résister à un trafic intense.
solideAu sens figuré, pour une qualité, une prestation ou une compétence satisfaisante.
He gave a solid performance in the play, earning praise from the critics.
Il a livré une prestation solide dans la pièce, ce qui lui a valu les éloges des critiques.
ininterrompuPour une durée continue, sans pause.
After a solid eight hours of sleep, she felt refreshed and ready for the day.
Après huit heures de sommeil ininterrompu, elle se sentait reposée et prête pour la journée.
uniPour une couleur ou un motif uniforme, sans rayures ni imprimé.
He prefers solid colours to stripes or checks on his shirts.
Il préfère les couleurs unies aux rayures ou aux carreaux sur ses chemises.
Synonyms
firm
sturdy
substantial
strong
reliable
sound
unwavering
concrete
tangible
dependable
Antonyms
liquid
gaseous
solidadverb
UK
/ˈsɒl.ɪd/
US
/ˈsɑː.lɪd/
Informal, chiefly US; functions as an adverb meaning ‘solidly, soundly’
solidementEmploi rare, surtout au sens de manière ferme ou nette.
The boxer caught him solid on the jaw.
Le boxeur l'a touché solidement à la mâchoire.
Synonyms
solidly
firmly
sturdily
soundly
securely
steadily
completely
thoroughly
solidinterjection
Slang (orig. US, 1960s); exclamation of approval or agreement
génialFamilier, pour marquer l'approbation ou l'enthousiasme.
“We’re meeting at eight.” — “Solid!”
« On se retrouve à huit heures. » — « Génial ! »
Synonyms
Awesome!
Great!
Nice!
Cool!
Right on!
Sweet!
Good!
Excellent!
Way to go!
Attaboy!

Definitions

solidnoun
A substance or object that is firm and stable in shape; not liquid or fluid.
The ice cube is a solid that will melt into a liquid when heated.
A geometric figure with three dimensions, such as a cube or sphere.
The teacher asked the students to calculate the volume of the solid.
(informal) A favour or helpful deed.
Can you do me a solid and lend me your notes for the exam?
Solid food as opposed to liquid; the solid constituents of a substance or mixture (usually plural).
Infants usually begin eating solids at around six months.
solidadjective
Firm and stable in shape; not liquid or fluid.
The sculpture was made from a solid block of marble.
Dependable and reliable.
She has a solid reputation for delivering projects on time.
Strong and well-built.
The bridge was constructed with solid materials to withstand heavy traffic.
Substantial or strong in terms of quality or performance.
He gave a solid performance in the play, earning praise from the critics.
Uninterrupted or continuous.
After a solid eight hours of sleep, she felt refreshed and ready for the day.
Having a single, uniform colour or pattern; not variegated.
He prefers solid colours to stripes or checks on his shirts.
solidadverb
Firmly, soundly, or completely.
The boxer caught him solid on the jaw.
solidinterjection
Used to express agreement, approval, or enthusiasm.
“We’re meeting at eight.” — “Solid!”
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