dilution
[ dih-loo-shuh n, dahy- ]
/ dɪˈlu ʃən, daɪ- /
noun
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British Dictionary definitions for dilution
dilution
/ (daɪˈluːʃən) /
noun
the act of diluting or state of being diluted
a diluted solution
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Medical definitions for dilution
dilution
[ dī-lōō′shən, dĭ- ]
n.
The act of reducing the concentration of a mixture or solution.
A diluted solution.
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Scientific definitions for dilution
dilution
[ dĭ-lōō′shən ]
The process of making a substance less concentrated by adding a solvent, such as water.
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