The Clue
Subject to change (5 letter answer)
The Answer
FLUID
Tags
Notes
The answer FLUID is rarely seen, appearing only about once every 1100 puzzles.
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Definition
FLUID as a noun:
1. a substance that is fluid at room temperature and pressure
2. a continuous amorphous substance that tends to flow and to conform to the outline of its container: a liquid or a gas
FLUID as an adjective:
1. (fluid, unstable) = subject to change; variable; "a fluid situation fraught with uncertainty"; "everything was unstable following the coup"
2. (fluid, runny) = characteristic of a fluid; capable of flowing and easily changing shape
3. (fluent, fluid, liquid, smooth) = smooth and unconstrained in movement; "a long, smooth stride"; "the fluid motion of a cat"; "the liquid grace of a ballerina"
4. (fluid, liquid) = in cash or easily convertible to cash; "liquid (or fluid) assets"
5. (fluid, mobile) = affording change (especially in social status); "Britain is not a truly fluid society"; "upwardly mobile"