Thinner (Noun)
Meaning
A diluting agent.
Classification
Nouns denoting substances.
Examples
- Water can be used as a thinner for latex paint.
- Many varnishes come with instructions on which solvent to use as a thinner.
- In addition to pigment, many modern ink recipes also include a thinner, binder, and driers.
- Naphtha can be used as a thinner in wood finish projects to make finishes less sticky and improve penetration.
- Adding too much thinner can alter the appearance and characteristics of the varnish, leading to unexpected results.