A state of matter, similar to phase transition states between liquid and solid, that is both liquid and solid. The phase is found in some matter which can exist in crystalline states, where portions are melted liquid while other portions are frozen solid crystal, in a distinct manner.

(computing theory) A formalism for describing computation, consisting of a finite set of states and a transition function describing when to move from one state to another.

Official name of Bolivia.

(politics) The United States of America considered with its territories or neocolonies.

Alternative form of finite-state machine

Any of the senior offices of the UK government

plural of great office of state

(rare) Alternative form of poverty is a state of mind

Alternative form of poverty is a state of mind

Someone is only as poor as they perceive themselves to be. / Anyone can have a decent amount of personal wealth (e.g. by making responsible choices, budgeting well, working hard, etc.).