semisolid

American  

[sem-ee-sol-id, sem-ahy-] / ˌsɛm iˈsɒl ɪd, ˌsɛm aɪ- /

adjective

1. having a somewhat firm consistency; more or less solid.

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noun

1. a semisolid substance.

semisolid British  

/ ˌsɛmɪˈsɒlɪd /

adjective

1. 1. having a viscosity and rigidity intermediate between that of a solid and a liquid

   2. partly solid

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noun

1. a substance in this state

Etymology

Origin of semisolid

First recorded in 1825–35; semi- + solid

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Example Sentences

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semisolid

At body temperature, it rapidly becomes a lubricious semisolid material that acts as a local drug reservoir.

From Science Daily ● Aug. 31, 2026

In July regulators will publish new standards, including definitions for what constitutes a semisolid, a “solid-liquid” or all solid-state battery.

From The Wall Street Journal ● Mar. 28, 2026

This often includes steps such as hydrogenation, which produces semisolid oils, and hydrolysis, which enhances flavors.

From Scientific American ● Nov. 8, 2023

The entire process takes about 4 to 8 seconds for solid or semisolid food, and about 1 second for very soft food and liquids.

From Textbooks ● Jun. 19, 2013

Keeping in mind that the requisite for food for the sick is ease of digestion, make a list of liquid, semisolid, and solid foods suitable for the sick room.

From School and Home Cooking by Carlotta Cherryholmes Greer

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