1
: flowing freely like water
liquid detergent
2
: having the properties of a liquid : being neither solid nor gaseous
3
a
: shining and clear
large liquid eyes
b
: being musical and free of harshness in sound
the liquid song of the robin
c
: smooth and unconstrained in movement
the liquid grace of a ballerina
d
: articulated without friction and capable of being prolonged like a vowel
a liquid consonant
4
a
: consisting of or capable of ready conversion into cash
liquid assets
b
: capable of covering current liabilities (see liability sense 2) quickly with current assets
1
: a liquid consonant
2
: a fluid (such as water) that has no independent shape but has a definite volume and does not expand indefinitely and that is only slightly compressible
Examples of liquid in a Sentence
Adjective
Water and milk are liquid substances.
The medicine is available in liquid form.
She had large liquid eyes.
the liquid notes of a bird
the liquid grace of the dancer's movements
Noun
Water and milk are liquids.
a bottle of green liquid
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Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2025
Is there a type of laundry detergent that's best for sensitive skin?
For sensitive skin, liquid laundry detergents are typically your best bet in terms of gentle formulas.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 4 Mar. 2025
Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Mar. 2025
And after 46 years, there was only enough liquid left for a run of 300 bottles—clearly, the angels were very thirsty for their share—which ultimately bottled at cask strength of 46.3 percent ABV.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 6 Mar. 2025
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Adjective
The 12 Best Face Sunscreens Powder Blush In recent years, alternatives to powder blush, like cream blushes and liquid blushes, have become more popular.
—Alicia Geigel, Southern Living, 5 Mar. 2025
Is there a type of laundry detergent that's best for sensitive skin?
For sensitive skin, liquid laundry detergents are typically your best bet in terms of gentle formulas.
—Christa Joanna Lee, Allure, 4 Mar. 2025
Noun
Using harsh cleaners and abrasive materials, as well as leaving excess liquid on the countertop surface can cause a number of issues such as wearing down sealants, staining, discoloration, and dull spots.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 6 Mar. 2025
And after 46 years, there was only enough liquid left for a run of 300 bottles—clearly, the angels were very thirsty for their share—which ultimately bottled at cask strength of 46.3 percent ABV.
—Jonah Flicker, Robb Report, 6 Mar. 2025
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“Liquid.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/liquid. Accessed 16 Mar. 2025.
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liquid
1 of 2 adjective
liq·uid
ˈlik-wəd 
1
: flowing freely like water
2
: neither solid nor gaseous
liquid mercury
3
: resembling liquid in clearness or smoothness
large liquid eyes
liquid notes of a bird
4
: capable of being pronounced without friction and longer than usual like a vowel
the liquid consonant \l\
5
: made up of or easily changed into cash
liquid assets
liquid
2 of 2 noun1
: a liquid consonant
2
: a liquid substance
Medical Definition
liquid
1 of 2 adjective
liq·uid
ˈlik-wəd
1
: flowing freely like water
2
: having the properties of a liquid : being neither solid nor gaseous
liquid
2 of 2 noun
: a fluid (as water) that has no independent shape but has a definite volume and does not expand indefinitely and that is only slightly compressible
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