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diffusion definition

dif·fu·sion (di fyo̵̅o̅z̸hən)

noun

  1. a diffusing or being diffused; specif.,
    1. a dissemination, as of news
    2. a scattering of light rays, as by reflection; also, the dispersion and softening of light, as by passage through frosted glass
    3. an intermingling of the molecules of liquids, gases, etc.
  2. wordiness; diffuseness
  3. Anthrop. the spread of a cultural or technological practice or innovation from one region or people to another, as by trade or conquest

Etymology: ME diffusioun < L diffusio

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