Thinner: meaning, definitions and examples

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thinner

[ ˈθɪnər ]

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weight loss

Having less weight or a slimmer build.

Synonyms

leaner, skinnier, slimmer

Examples of usage

She looked thinner after following a strict diet for a month.
He became thinner after exercising regularly.

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painting

A liquid used for diluting paint or varnish.

Synonyms

diluent, solvent, thinner agent

Examples of usage

Mix a small amount of thinner with the paint to achieve the desired consistency.
Use a paint thinner to clean your brushes after painting.

Translations

Translations of the word "thinner" in other languages:

🇵🇹 mais fino

🇮🇳 पतला

🇩🇪 dünner

🇮🇩 lebih tipis

🇺🇦 тонший

🇵🇱 cieńszy

🇯🇵 より薄い

🇫🇷 plus mince

🇪🇸 más delgado

🇹🇷 daha ince

🇰🇷 더 얇은

🇸🇦 أنحف

🇨🇿 tenčí

🇸🇰 tenší

🇨🇳 更薄的

🇸🇮 tanjši

🇮🇸 þynnri

🇰🇿 жіңішке

🇬🇪 უფრო თხელი

🇦🇿 daha ince

🇲🇽 más delgado

Word origin

The word 'thinner' originated from the Old English word 'thynrian', meaning 'to make thin or slender'. Over time, the meaning of 'thinner' has evolved to represent both physical weight loss and the substance used to dilute paint.