deliquium noun4 •An abrupt loss of consciousness usually caused by an insufficient blood flow to the brain; fainting.If he be locked in a close room, he is afraid of being stifled for want of air, and still carries biscuit, aquavitae, or some strong waters about him, for fear of deliquiums, or being sick […] — 1624 •Liquefaction through absorption of moisture from the air. •(literary, figurative) A languid, maudlin mood. •(rare) An abrupt absence of sunlight, e.g. caused by an eclipse. formsdeliquiums