Etymology: Deliquescent is derived from the Latin word deliquescere, which means "to become liquid".
Meaning: Deliquescent is an adjective that describes a substance that tends to absorb moisture from the air and become liquid. In other words, it is a substance that is prone to dissolving in its own water of hydration.
Origin: The word deliquescent was first used in the 16th century to describe substances that would absorb moisture from the air and become liquid. The term is still used today to describe such substances.
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