dilution

di·lu·tion

noun \dī-ˈlü-shən, də-\

Definition of DILUTION

1

: the action of diluting : the state of being diluted

2

: something (as a solution) that is diluted

3

: a lessening of real value (as of equity) by a decrease in relative worth; specifically : a decrease of per share value of common stock by an increase in the total number of shares

First Known Use of DILUTION

1646

Rhymes with DILUTION

ablution, Confucian, elution, locution, pollution, solution