noun the process of becoming solid, especially as a result of cooling
In literature, solidification can refer to the process of making a character or plot point more concrete and well-defined.
In chemistry, solidification is the process of transforming a liquid or gas into a solid state.
In engineering, solidification can refer to the cooling and hardening of a material into a solid form, such as in metal casting or 3D printing.
In geology, solidification can refer to the formation of solid rocks from molten magma or lava.
In physics, solidification can refer to the transition of a substance from a liquid to a solid state, often studied in the context of phase transitions.