Semisolid (adjective)

1. Describing a substance that is partially solid and partially liquid.
2. Relating to a material that is not fully solid but not fully liquid.

Origin:

The word is derived from the combination of semi and solid, indicating that a substance is partially solid and partially liquid.

Examples:

1. Semisolid foods such as oatmeal, mashed potatoes, and pudding are easy to swallow.
2. Semisolid medications such as creams and gels are easy to apply and absorb.
3. Semisolid lubricants are used in automotive and industrial applications.
4. Semisolid suspensions are used in many pharmaceutical preparations.
5. Semisolid foams are used in many industrial and consumer products.