solidification

noun

1. The process of changing from a liquid or soft state into a solid state.

   B2

   uncountable

   • "The solidification of the melted chocolate took several minutes."B1
   • "Cooling causes the solidification of the molten metal into a strong, rigid structure."B2
   • "The solidification of lava forms igneous rock."B2
   • "The solidification of water is called freezing."A2

2. The process of making an idea, agreement, relationship, or position stronger and more definite.

   C1

   uncountable

   • "The meeting led to the solidification of their agreement."B2
   • "The new evidence contributed to the solidification of the scientific theory."C1