Definition of DILUENT

diluent

Meanings

Plural: diluents

Noun

  • a diluting agent
  • That which dilutes.
  • A solvent or other liquid preparation used to dilute a sample prior to testing.
  • An agent used for effecting dilution of the blood; a weak drink.

Adj

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

Origin / Etymology

Latin diluens, from diluere. See dilute.

Synonyms

dilutant, diluter, thinner

Scrabble Score: 8

diluent is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
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Words With Friends Score: 11

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