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Diluting: meaning, definitions and examples

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diluting

 

[ dɪˈluːtɪŋ ]

Verb
Context #1 | Verb

solution process

Diluting refers to the process of reducing the concentration of a substance in a solution. This is typically achieved by adding more solvent, such as water or another liquid, to the solution, which lowers the overall concentration of the solute. It is commonly used in chemistry, cooking, and various industries to achieve the desired potency or strength of a solution. The method can also be applied in contexts such as medicine, where a drug might be diluted to ensure safe administration.

Synonyms

attenuate, reduce, thin, weaken

Examples of usage

  • The scientist is diluting the acid with water.
  • Before using the paint, make sure to dilute it to the recommended consistency.
  • Diluting the juice with water made it less sweet.
  • The pharmacist advised diluting the medication before taking it.

Translations

Translations of the word "diluting" in other languages:

🇵🇹 diluição

🇮🇳 पतला करना

🇩🇪 Verdünnung

🇮🇩 pengenceran

🇺🇦 розведення

🇵🇱 rozcieńczenie

🇯🇵 希釈

🇫🇷 dilution

🇪🇸 dilución

🇹🇷 seyreltme

🇰🇷 희석

🇸🇦 تخفيف

🇨🇿 ředění

🇸🇰 riešenie

🇨🇳 稀释

🇸🇮 redčenje

🇮🇸 þynning

🇰🇿 жіңішкерту

🇬🇪 დალევა

🇦🇿 sulanma

🇲🇽 dilución

Etymology

The word 'dilute' originates from the Latin word 'dilutus,' which is the past participle of 'diluere,' meaning 'to dissolve.' The prefix 'di-' means 'apart' or 'asunder,' and 'luere' means 'to wash' or 'to dissolve.' This evolution highlights the concept of dispersing a solute in a solvent. First recorded in the late 14th century, the term has been utilized across various fields, including science, medicine, and food preparation. Over time, 'diluting' came to specifically refer to the act of making a solution less concentrated by adding more liquid. As such, its application has widened, impacting how we understand mixture ratios and solutions in practical settings.

Word Frequency Rank

Positioned at #20,561, this word is part of extensive vocabulary. It's relatively rare in general usage but may be important in specific fields or formal writing.