diluent

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Noun

diluent (plural diluents)

1. That which dilutes.
2. (analytical chemistry) A solvent or other liquid preparation used to dilute a sample prior to testing.
3. (medicine) An agent used for effecting dilution of the blood; a weak drink.

Synonyms

• dilutant, diluter, thinner

Translations

• German: Verdünnungsmittel, Verdünner, Verdünnung
• Spanish: diluyente

Translations

• German: Lösungsmittel

Adjective

diluent

1. Diluting; making thinner or weaker by admixture, especially of water.

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