Solvent

/ˈsɒlvənt/ · noun

Meaning

A fluid that dissolves a solid, liquid, or gaseous solute, resulting in a solution..

Definitions by Sense

1. A fluid that dissolves a solid, liquid, or gaseous solute, resulting in a solution.
2. That which resolves.
3. (finance) Able to pay all debts as they become due, and having no more liabilities than assets.
4. Having the power of dissolving; causing solution.

Example Sentences

Holonym: solution

Furthermore, this increase in risk is comparable to the risk of death from leukemia after long-term exposure to benzene, another solvent, which has the well-known property of causing this type of cancer.

It explains. And explanation is the true solvent of mystery.

Near-synonyms: above water, in the black

Surprisingly, this analysis revealed that acute exposure to solvent vapors at concentrations below those associated with long-term effects appears to increase the risk of a fatal automobile accident.

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