Solvent
/ˈsɒlvənt/
Definitions
- (adj.) Having sufficient assets to cover liabilities; financially stable.
The company remained solvent despite the economic downturn.
- (n.) A substance, often liquid, that dissolves another to form a solution.
Water is a common solvent used in chemical reactions.
Forms
- solvents
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Commentary
In legal and financial contexts, 'solvent' primarily refers to the ability to meet financial obligations, distinct from its chemical meaning.
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