English Explanatory Dictionary

liquefy

English dictionary entry

Meanings

verb
  1. To make (something) into a liquid.
  2. To distort and warp (an image).
  3. To become liquid.

Pronunciation

/ˈlɪ.kwɪ.faɪ/ lĭʹkwĭ-fī LL-Q1860 (eng)-Vealhurl-liquefy.wav

Word forms

liquefy liquefies liquefying liquefied liquify

Etymology

From Middle English liquefien, from Anglo-Norman liquefier, from Latin liquefacere.

Synonyms

liquidate liquidize melt

Antonyms

condense freeze solidify

Related words

solidify

Derived words

deliquefy liquefiable nonliquefying reliquefy
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