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

In the article, the term describes a key operational component of the energy company's business model, as they convert natural gas into a liquid form for global distribution.

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