diffusion
🇺🇸
/dɪˈfjuːʒn/
🇬🇧
/dɪˈfjuːʒn/
noun
R
The spreading of something in all directions.
The diffusion of new ideas helps people learn and grow.
R
The slow mixing of a gas or liquid into another substance.
The diffusion of oxygen into water is important for fish to breathe.
R
Making light spread out so it shines less brightly.
The diffusion of light through the curtain made the room softly lit.
translation
The spreading of something in all directions.; The slow mixing of a gas or liquid into another substance.; Making light spread out so it shines less brightly.
Word Forms
Plural
diffusions