Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

semiliquid

Adjective
/ˌsɛmɪˈlɪkwɪd/
Definition
Having a consistency that is between solid and liquid; something that flows but does not have the full fluidity of liquid.
Examples
  • The batter for the pancakes should be semiliquid for the best texture.
  • During the cooking process, the soup became semiliquid as the ingredients blended together.
  • A semiliquid state is often observed in certain types of gels and creams.
Meaning
Semiliquid often describes substances that can easily take the shape of their container while retaining a more viscous or thicker form than typical liquids.
Synonyms
  • Viscous
  • Thick
  • Pastelike
  • Moderately fluid