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Definition solid in British English

solid adjective

adjective
/ˈsɒlɪd/
1

a solid substance is firm and hard and is not a liquid or a gas

Example

It remains solid at room temperature.

Example

The lake was frozen solid.

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2

a solid object or shape does not have any holes or empty space inside it

Example

a solid block of ice

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2.1

a solid line is continuous, with no breaks in it

Example

a solid line of traffic

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3

strong enough not to break or become damaged easily

Example

the solid stone walls of the church

Example

The containers have to be solid enough to withstand the pressure.

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3.1

someone who looks solid is big and has a strong firm body

4

completely good, with no mistakes or bad parts

Example

The team was fairly solid on defence.

Example

Would the evidence be solid enough to convince a jury?

Example

She gives another solid performance as an unemployed single mother.

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5

with no pauses or interruptions

Example

I can't believe I slept for twelve hours solid.

Example

It rained for a solid week.

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6

consisting of one substance only

Example

a solid oak bookcase

Example

solid silver cutlery

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7

someone who is solid is sensible and can be trusted

Example

He has a solid family background.

Example

a solid reliable worker

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7.1

used about someone who is always loyal

Example

a solid supporter of the Republican party

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Definition solid in British English