Collins COBUILD Advanced Learner's English Dictionary - liquid

(liquids) 1. A liquid is a substance which is not solid but which flows and can be poured, for example water. Drink plenty of liquid... Boil for 20 minutes until the liquid has reduced by half... Solids turn to liquids at certain temperatures. N-MASS 2. A liquid substance is in the form of a liquid rather than being solid or a gas. Wash in warm water with liquid detergent. ...liquid nitrogen... Fats are solid at room temperature, and oil is liquid at room temperature. ADJ 3. Liquid assets are the things that a person or company owns which can be quickly turned into cash if necessary. (BUSINESS) The bank had sufficient liquid assets to continue operations. ADJ