fluidity

noun

flu·​id·​i·​ty flü-ˈi-də-tē How to pronounce fluidity (audio)
1
: the quality or state of being fluid
2
: the physical property of a substance that enables it to flow

Examples of fluidity in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web Rather than full-time or unemployed, top talent is choosing the fluidity and flexibility of self-employment, with 47% choosing to work on freelance platforms like Upwork, Fiverr, MBO Partners, and the 800 to 1,000 global platforms that increasingly specialize in skill sets, industries, and regions. Matthew Mottola, Forbes, 23 Sep. 2024 The forward and aft section of each deck is also offset by a half-level, further increasing the fluidity and flow throughout. Rachel Cormack, Robb Report, 18 Sep. 2024 Other speakers saw a future where there was more fluidity between various sectors of department store business and the data that could be collected from consumers. Cathrin Schaer, WWD, 15 Sep. 2024 This fluidity in media creation is perfectly exemplified by Flux's approach to handwriting synthesis. Benj Edwards, Ars Technica, 12 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for fluidity 

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Word History

First Known Use

1603, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of fluidity was in 1603

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Cite this Entry

“Fluidity.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/fluidity. Accessed 22 Oct. 2024.

Kids Definition

fluidity

noun
flu·​id·​i·​ty flü-ˈid-ət-ē How to pronounce fluidity (audio)
: the quality or state of being fluid

Medical Definition

fluidity

noun
flu·​id·​i·​ty flü-ˈid-ət-ē How to pronounce fluidity (audio)
plural fluidities
1
: the quality or state of being fluid
2
a
: the physical property of a substance that enables it to flow
b
: the reciprocal of viscosity

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