BusinessJuly 17, 2026
liquefaction
lik-wi-FAK-shun
Definition
The process of changing a gas, such as natural gas, into a liquid state, typically by cooling it to extremely low temperatures, to facilitate easier transport and storage.
Etymology
The word is derived from the Latin 'liquefacere,' which is a combination of 'liquere' (to be liquid) and 'facere' (to make or do). It entered English in the late 16th century via French.
In the news
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