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diffuser

 

[ dษชหˆfjuหzษ™r ]

Noun
Context #1 | Noun

aromatherapy

A diffuser is a device that disperses essential oils into the air for therapeutic purposes. It helps create a relaxing and calming atmosphere.

Synonyms

aromatherapy device, essential oil diffuser

Examples of usage

  • The diffuser filled the room with the soothing scent of lavender.
  • She added a few drops of eucalyptus oil to the diffuser.
Context #2 | Noun

lighting

A diffuser is a translucent or frosted cover placed over a light source to soften and spread the light.

Synonyms

lampshade, light cover

Examples of usage

  • The lamp had a diffuser that produced a warm and gentle glow.
  • The ceiling light came with a diffuser to reduce glare.
Context #3 | Noun

photography

In photography, a diffuser is a device used to soften and reduce the intensity of light on the subject, creating a more flattering and even lighting.

Synonyms

light modifier, softbox

Examples of usage

  • The photographer attached a diffuser to the flash to avoid harsh shadows.
  • The portrait was taken with a diffuser to achieve a natural and soft lighting effect.

Translations

Translations of the word "diffuser" in other languages:

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡น difusor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ณ เคตเคฟเคธเคพเคฐเค•

๐Ÿ‡ฉ๐Ÿ‡ช Diffusor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ฉ difuser

๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ะดะธั„ัƒะทะพั€

๐Ÿ‡ต๐Ÿ‡ฑ dyfuzor

๐Ÿ‡ฏ๐Ÿ‡ต ใƒ‡ใ‚ฃใƒ•ใƒฅใƒผใ‚ถใƒผ

๐Ÿ‡ซ๐Ÿ‡ท diffuseur

๐Ÿ‡ช๐Ÿ‡ธ difusor

๐Ÿ‡น๐Ÿ‡ท difรผzรถr

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ท ํ™•์‚ฐ๊ธฐ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฆ ู†ุงุดุฑ

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ฟ difuzor

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฐ difuzรฉr

๐Ÿ‡จ๐Ÿ‡ณ ๆ‰ฉๆ•ฃๅ™จ

๐Ÿ‡ธ๐Ÿ‡ฎ difuzor

๐Ÿ‡ฎ๐Ÿ‡ธ dreifari

๐Ÿ‡ฐ๐Ÿ‡ฟ ะดะธั„ั„ัƒะทะพั€

๐Ÿ‡ฌ๐Ÿ‡ช แƒ“แƒ˜แƒคแƒฃแƒ–แƒแƒ แƒ˜

๐Ÿ‡ฆ๐Ÿ‡ฟ difรผzor

๐Ÿ‡ฒ๐Ÿ‡ฝ difusor

Etymology

The word 'diffuser' originated from the Latin word 'diffusus', which means 'spread out'. It first appeared in the English language in the early 15th century. The concept of diffusing light or scent has been around for centuries, with various methods and devices used to achieve the desired effect. Over time, diffusers have become popular in aromatherapy, lighting design, and photography for their ability to create a desired ambiance or lighting effect.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #21,681, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.