solidus

3 English words descend from Latin solidus, most common first.

solidThat can be picked up or held, having a texture, and usually firm. Unlike a liquid, gas or plasma.
solidusA Roman ~23k gold coin introduced by Diocletian in AD 301 and called by that name, but reissued at a slightly lower weight by Constantine I.
souseThe pickled ears, feet, etc., of swine.

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