dilution
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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

di·lu·tion

noun \dī-ˈlü-shən, də-\   (Medical Dictionary)

Medical Definition of DILUTION

1
: the action of diluting : the state of being diluted
2
: something (as a solution) that is diluted

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