diffusible

[ dih-fyoo-zuh-buhl ]

adjective

1. capable of being diffused.

Other Words From

• dif·fusi·bili·ty dif·fusi·ble·ness noun
• dif·fusi·bly adverb
• nondif·fusi·ble adjective
• nondif·fusi·ble·ness noun
• nondif·fusi·bly adverb
• undif·fusi·ble adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of diffusible¹

First recorded in 1775–85; diffuse + -ible

Example Sentences

Though insoluble in water, it is extremely diffusible through it, and is very slowly deposited.

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Conversely, any highly diffusible substance may be withdrawn 78 from the tissues by the blood at a similarly increased pace.

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In some instances a diffusible carrier is combined with the basic substances; in others not.

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Pus is diffusible through a diluted vitriolic acid, though mucus is not; the same occurs with water, or a solution of sea salt.

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If, on the other hand, the delirium is of a low muttering character, it should be given with a diffusible stimulant.

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