adjective
Music Slang
Solid
/ˈsɒlɪd/ · adjective · slang
An affirmation meaning 'excellent,' 'agreed,' or 'we're cool.'
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Definitions
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Describing someone reliable, trustworthy, and dependable.
“He's a solid cat, you can count on him.”
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2
An exclamation of approval meaning great, excellent, or that's good.
“You handled all that yourself? Solid.”
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3
Confirming that two people are square and in good standing.
“We're solid, no hard feelings at all.”
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Solid In A Sentence
The plan came together, real solid work.
She's been solid with me since day one.
Solid — I'll see you at eight then.
Origin & Usage
Carried from 1940s jazz and jive slang, where 'solid' meant first-rate, the word stayed a versatile affirmation through 1970s funk and soul culture, often paired in the favor phrase 'do me a solid.'
People Also Ask
What does solid mean in slang?
It means excellent or agreed, and can describe a reliable, trustworthy person.
Where did solid come from?
From 1940s jazz and jive slang, where 'solid' meant first-rate; it carried into 70s funk and soul talk.
What does do me a solid mean?
It means do me a favor — 'a solid' here means a good turn or kindness.
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