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diluent
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diluent /dil·u·ent/ (dil´oo-int)
1. causing dilution.
2. an agent that dilutes or renders less potent or irritant.
dil·u·ent (dly-nt)
adj.
Serving to dilute.
n.
A substance that dilutes the strength of a solution or mixture.
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.
diluent (dil´ūnt),
n an agent that dilutes the strength of a solution or mixture; medication that dilutes any of the body fluids.
diluent
1. diluting.
2. an agent that dilutes or renders less potent or irritant.
semen diluent
see semen extender.


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