fluid
fluid definition
fluid (flo̵̅o̅′id)
adjective
- that can flow; not solid; able to move and change shape without separating when under pressure
- of a fluid or fluids
- like a fluid; that can change rapidly or easily; not settled or fixed fluid plans
- marked by or using graceful movements
- available for investment fluid capital
- available as cash fluid assets
Etymology: ME < L fluidus < fluere, to flow: see fluctuate
noun
- any substance that can flow; liquid or gas
- a liquid in the body
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Webster's New World College Dictionary Copyright © 2005 by Wiley Publishing, Inc., Cleveland, Ohio.
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