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illiquid

adjective/ɪˈlɪkwɪd/

C1CEFR level
60/100Rarity: rare
TechnicalRegister

Not easily convertible into cash without a substantial loss in value.

Much of the fund was locked in illiquid private holdings that could not be sold quickly.

Topic: Advanced English in Business English

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