Definition

The process of turning something into a liquid or the state of being in liquid form.

Example

During an earthquake, the ground can experience liquefaction, causing buildings to sink.

Conversation

Did you hear about the concept of liquefaction during earthquakes?

Yeah, it sounds pretty scary!

I read that it can turn solid ground into a liquid-like state.

That's wild! I can't imagine how dangerous that must be.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Liquefaction → It is formed from "liquere" (meaning to be fluid or to melt) and "-factio" (meaning the act of making). The word "liquefaction" refers to the process of making something liquid or the state of being made liquid.

Memory Tip

Think of the word 'liquefaction' as the act of 'making something fluid' — 'liquere' means to melt or be fluid, and '-factio' means the act of doing.

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