liquidize
/'likwidaiz/
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Definition
- Verb:
- To make a solid substance liquid: The primary meaning refers to the process of changing the physical state of a solid into a liquid, often through the application of heat or pressure.
- To sell off assets or merchandise: In a commercial or financial context, it can mean to convert assets into cash by selling them.
Usage and Examples
- Verb (To make liquid):
- The recipe says to liquidize the butter before adding it to the mixture.
- The machine uses high pressure to liquidize the metal for casting.
- Verb (To sell off):
- The company was forced to liquidize its inventory to pay its debts.
- He decided to liquidize his stock portfolio.
Advanced Usage and Notes
- The process of liquidizing a solid is a physical change, not a chemical one. The substance remains the same but changes its state.
- In finance, to liquidize assets is often a strategic move during bankruptcy, restructuring, or to free up capital.
Variants and Related Words
- Liquid (n/adj): The state of matter; fluid.
- Liquefy (v): A synonym often used interchangeably with "liquidize" in the context of making something liquid.
- Liquidation (n): The process of selling off assets to settle debts.
- Liquidizer (n): A blender or machine used to puree or liquefy food.
Synonyms
- Liquefy: To make or become liquid.
- Melt: To change from a solid to a liquid state, usually by heat.
- Sell off: To dispose of goods or assets by selling, especially quickly or at a low price.
Antonyms
- Solidify: To make or become hard or solid.
- Freeze: To harden into ice or a solid state due to cold.
- Acquire: To buy or obtain assets.
Related Phrases and Contexts
- "To liquidize one's holdings": A financial phrase meaning to sell all of one's investments or property.
- "To liquidize assets": The process of converting assets into cash.
Verb
- make (a solid substance) liquid, as by heating
- liquefy the silver
- get rid of all one's merchandise