solvent

Universal Words noun, adjective noun [U,C] a substance, especially a liquid, that can dissolve another substance: industrial solvents for removing oil * solvent cleaners adjective 1 [notusuallybeforenoun] having enough money to pay your debts; not in debt: The company managed to remain solvent during the recession. OPPINSOLVENT 2 (technical) able to dissolve another substance, or be dissolved in another substance: Lead is more solvent in acidic water.