deliquescent
|del-i-ques-cent|
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/ˌdɛlɪˈkwɛsənt/
absorbing moisture
Etymology
Etymology Information
'deliquescent' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'deliquescere,' where 'de-' meant 'down' and 'liquescere' meant 'to become liquid.'
Historical Evolution
'deliquescere' transformed into the French word 'deliquescent,' and eventually became the modern English word 'deliquescent' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to become liquid,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'tending to melt or dissolve gradually.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
tending to melt or dissolve gradually, especially by absorbing moisture from the air.
The deliquescent salt absorbed moisture from the air, forming a liquid solution.
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Last updated: 2025/03/12 08:02