Etymology · Proto-Indo-European
*Heh₃l-
4 English words descend from Proto-Indo-European *Heh₃l-, most common first.
- sublimeTo heat (a substance) in a container so as to convert it into a gas which then condenses in solid form on cooler parts of the container; (generally) to change (a solid substance) into a gas without breaking down or passing through the liquid state by heating it gently.
- subliminalOf a stimulus, below the limen or threshold of conscious perception, especially if still able to produce a response; also (generally), below the threshold where a response can be produced.
- liminalOf or pertaining to an entrance or threshold.
- liminaryIntroductory or preparatory.