diluent

diluent /dil·u·ent/ (dil´oo-int)

1. causing dilution.

2. an agent that dilutes or renders less potent or irritant.

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dil·u·ent (dly-nt)

adj.

Serving to dilute.

n.

A substance that dilutes the strength of a solution or mixture.

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diluent

[dil′o̅o̅·ənt, dil′yo̅o̅·ənt]

Etymology: L, diluere, to wash

a substance, generally a fluid, that makes a solution or mixture less concentrated, less viscous, or more liquid.

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diluent (di·lōōˑ·wnt),

n inert substance added to source material to thin it to the potency desired. Some common diluents are glycerin, isotonic sodium chloride, lactose, purified water, and ethanol.

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diluent (dil´ūnt),

n an agent that dilutes the strength of a solution or mixture; medication that dilutes any of the body fluids.

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diluent

1. diluting.

2. an agent that dilutes or renders less potent or irritant.

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semen diluent

see semen extender.