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Anonymous Posted 15 years ago
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Liquids vs. fluids

I know there is a difference between the words "fluids" and "liquids", but I have seen the words used interchangeably, such as, "drink lots of fluids" and "drink lots of liquid." Which is correct? I'm guessing the operative word is "drink", so my bet is on "liquid". I appreciate your input.

Thank you,

Judy
  

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" Which is correct? I'm guessing the operative word is "drink", so my bet is on "liquid". Yes, they are often interchanged, although I think one or the other may sometimes sound better in a particular context.

— Clive

  • " Which is correct?
  • I'm guessing the operative word is "drink", so my bet is on "liquid".
  • Yes, they are often interchanged, although I think one or the other may sometimes sound better in a particular context.
  • One difference if that the liquids in a living body are normally termed 'fluids', eg nasal fluid.
  • Usually same thing with the fluids in a car.
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Hi,
I know there is a difference between the words "fluids" and "liquids", but I have seen the words used interchangeably, such as, "drink lots of fluids" and "drink lots of liquid." Which is correct? I'm guessing the operative word is "drink", so my bet is on "liquid".

Yes, they are often interchan
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AnonymousI know there is a difference between the words "fluids" and "liquids"
Yes, there is. Fluids include liquids and gases. You can't drink gases, so when "fluid" is used in the context of drinking, it means "liquid", and either term is acceptable.

CJ
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