Diluents

/ˈdɪljuənts/ noun

Definition

Plural form of diluent; multiple substances used to dilute or thin other materials.

Etymology

Regular English plural of 'diluent,' formed by adding '-s' to the singular noun derived from Latin 'diluere.'

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The chemistry of choosing the right diluents is surprisingly strategic—different industries use completely different ones, from water in food to organic solvents in paints, each chosen for how it interacts with what it's thinning.

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