Thinning (Noun)
Meaning
The act of diluting something; "the cutting of whiskey with water"; "the thinning of paint with turpentine".
Classification
Nouns denoting acts or actions.
Examples
- The thinning of the varnish with mineral spirits made it easier to apply to the wood surface.
- The bartender was accused of thinning the expensive liquor with cheap substitutes to increase profits.
- The artist's technique of thinning her paints with linseed oil allowed her to achieve a unique texture.
- The thinning of the sauce with a little water helped to balance out the flavors.
- The manufacturer was criticized for thinning their product with fillers to reduce costs.