English

Etymology
L. diluens < diluere. See dilute''

Noun
en-noun

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

Translations
trans-top|diluent
Dutch: verdunner m
trans-mid
trans-bottom

Adjective
en-adj

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

References
R:Webster 1913

ar:diluent
fr:diluent
te:diluent
vi:diluent
zh:diluent

• 2007-09-30 17:22 - UllmannBot - iwiki +te

Full Revision History