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| clot |
of a liquid, to thicken into a semisolid lump or mass. [1/4 definitions] |
| coagulate |
to cause (a liquid) to thicken into a semisolid mass. [1/2 definitions] |
| cold cream |
a semisolid cosmetic emulsion applied to moisturize, smooth, or cleanse the skin. |
| grease |
a semisolid oily substance, often used as a lubricant. [1/4 definitions] |
| ointment |
any of various usu. semisolid preparations made to be rubbed into the skin for medicinal, cosmetic, or moistening purposes. |
| petrolatum |
a colorless or yellowish, translucent, greasy, semisolid petroleum derivative used as a lubricant and in medical ointments; petroleum jelly. |
| putty |
any of several semisolid, pliable substances used for sealing joints, securing window panes, filling small holes, and the like. [1/2 definitions] |
| urine |
a waste substance secreted by the kidneys and excreted as a yellowish fluid by mammals or as a semisolid by reptiles and birds. |
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