Meaning Of The Word Solvent

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solvent in American English
a substance, usually liquid, that dissolves or can dissolve another substance
able to pay all one's debts or meet all financial responsibilities
adjective: able to pay all just debts
noun: a substance that dissolves another to form a solution

solvent in British English
adjective: capable of meeting financial obligations
noun: a liquid capable of dissolving another substance

solvent in Chemical Engineering
noun: A solvent is the liquid or solid which is the basis for a solution.

solvent in the Pharmaceutical Industry
noun: A solvent is a substance that can dissolve other substances, resulting in a solution.

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