diluent

[ dil-yoo-uhnt ]

adjective

1. serving to dilute; diluting.

noun

1. a diluting substance.

diluent

/ ˈdɪljʊənt /

adjective

1. causing dilution or serving to dilute

noun

1. a substance used for or causing dilution

Word History and Origins

Origin of diluent¹

1715–25; < Latin dīluent- (stem of dīluēns ), present participle of dīluere to dilute; -ent

Word History and Origins

Origin of diluent¹

C18: from Latin dīluēns dissolving; see dilute

Example Sentences

They are made by mixing high concentrations of salt in solvent with another liquid called a diluent, which makes the electrolyte flow better so that the power of the battery can be maintained.

From Science Daily

Identifying and reporting cutting agents, diluents or substances that are harmful but not illegal, like xylazine, is often not required and may be overlooked in these investigations.

From Scientific American

Iran has provided fuel and diluents to convert Venezuela's extra-heavy crude into exportable varieties and since 2020 has supplied parts for repairs to the refining circuit.

From Reuters

The country’s weakened economy has also made it difficult for the government to import its own diluents to refine the low-quality crude oil it receives or to purchase higher-quality crude that requires less refining.

From New York Times

Also, Iran last year expanded its role in Venezuela, also under U.S. sanctions, sending supplies of light oil for refining and diluents to produce exportable crude grades.

From Reuters