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Definition of fluid - Reverso English Dictionary
Noun
1.
physicssubstance that flows and takes container's shape
- Water is a fluid that fills any container.
2.
medicalTECH. liquid used in medical treatmentsTECH.
- The patient was given fluids to stay hydrated.
Adjective
1.
changeconstantly changing or apt to change
- The political situation remains fluid and unpredictable.
2.
physicscapable of flowing and easily changing shape
- The dancer's movements were fluid and graceful.
3.
genderfluidRare gender identity not fixed as male or femaleRare
- Alex identifies as fluid in terms of gender.
4.
financeTECH. US in cash or easily convertible to cashTECH. US
- The company needs more fluid assets to invest.
Expressions with fluid
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chemical liquid used to remove dirt, marks, or grease
She bought cleaning fluid to remove grease from the stove.
excess water collecting in body tissues causing swelling or bloating
The doctor said her weight gain was due to fluid retention.
flammable liquid used in grill lighters
She used lighter fluid to start the barbecue.
clear slippery liquid inside body joints that helps bones move smoothly
The doctor tested the joint fluid to check for infection.
liquid used in a vehicle system to spray and clean glass surfaces
The mechanic topped up the washer fluid before we left the garage.
medicated solution for oral hygiene
The dentist recommended a gargling fluid to prevent gum disease.
any liquid with an amber color
The scientist examined the amber fluid in the vial.
liquid sprayed into engines to help start
He used starting fluid to get the old car running.
liquid substances produced or present in a living organism
Blood is a type of bodily fluid essential for transporting oxygen..
amount of liquids a person drinks or receives in a time period
The nurse monitored his fluid intake after the surgery.
liquid in the vagina made by glands for lubrication
Vaginal fluid helps keep the vagina moist.
special fluid for operating hydraulic brakes and clutches
The mechanic checked the brake fluid level in the car.
liquid or gas used to carry away heat from something
The car engine overheated because the cooling fluid had leaked out.
state where body keeps water and salts at healthy steady levels
The nurse checked his fluid balance after surgery to prevent dehydration.
reduction of body liquids like blood or water through various processes
Severe fluid loss during the race caused dangerous dehydration in several runners.
medical treatment giving body liquids to restore or maintain normal levels
Fluid replacement was started quickly to treat the patient's dehydration.
liquid that surrounds body cells and fills spaces between them
Tissue fluid carries nutrients from the capillaries to the nearby cells.
special liquid in a vehicle gearbox that cools and lubricates moving parts
Low transmission fluid can make the car shift roughly between gears.
liquid produced by the tissues and organs of a living organism
Blood is a type of body fluid essential for transporting nutrients..
fluid found within the brain and spinal cord
The doctor examined the sample of brain fluid for abnormalities.
substance secreted by glands to aid digestion
The stomach produces digestive fluid to help in the digestion of proteins.
US unit of volume equal to 29.6 milliliters
The recipe calls for 8 fluid ounces of milk.
blood and other matter discharged during menstruation
She learned about menstrual fluid in her health class.
liquid from the eye glands that protects against infection
Tear fluid keeps your eyes clean and healthy.
Origin of fluid
Latin, fluidus (flowing)
Terms with fluid included in their meaning
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body system
fluid circulating in humans and animals
cleaning device
device that separates substances from a fluid or gas
escape of fluid
allow liquid or gas to escape through a hole or crack
physical opening
crack or hole allowing fluid to escape
fluid control
device controlling fluid flow from a pipe
fluid movement
movement of a liquid or gas in a steady stream
fluid
substance that flows and takes container's shape
fluid
steady flow of liquid or gas
skin
small bubble on skin filled with fluid
body
watery mouth fluid helping digestion and keeping mouth moist
laundry
cleaning fluid for removing stains from fabric
physical
increase in size due to fluid or gas
body
abnormally larger than normal from fluid, gas, or injury
physics
resistance to motion through a fluid
smooth movement
moving smoothly and continuously like a fluid
fluid stream
stream of liquid or gas forced out of a small opening
physical state
flowing freely like water or fluid
body fluid
salty fluid produced by glands in the skin
swelling
swollen with fluid or gas
physical
filled with air or fluid
medical
push a fluid into a body using a syringe
fluid escape
the process of liquid or gas escaping through an opening
secretion
slippery body fluid protecting and lubricating inside surfaces
biology
salty fluid produced by sweat glands
Examples of fluid in a sentence
Juice is a fluid that quenches thirst. Doctors administered fluids intravenously during surgery. The nurse checked the IV fluids regularly. Her plans for the weekend were fluid and uncertain. The fluid nature of the project requires flexibility. Her voice was fluid and soothing.
The liquid's surface was fluid and smooth. Jamie feels most comfortable identifying as fluid. Many young people today see themselves as fluid. She prefers to keep her investments fluid. Having fluid funds is crucial for quick transactions.
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- French:fluide, changeant, ...
- German:Fluid, fließend, ...
- Italian:fluido, mutevole, ...
- Spanish:fluido, disponible, ...
- Portuguese:fluido, instável, ...
- Chinese:流体, 变化的, ...
- Japanese:流体, 流動的な, ...
- Arabic:سَائِل, مُتَغَيِّر, ...
- Hebrew:זוֹרֵם, נָזִיל, ...
- Russian:жидкость, изменчивый, ...
- Ukrainian:рідина, нестабільний, ...
- Hindi:द्रव, परिवर्तनशील, ...
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