dilution

noun

di·​lu·​tion dī-ˈlü-shən How to pronounce dilution (audio)
də-
1
: the action of diluting : the state of being diluted
2
: something (such as a solution) that is diluted
3
: a lessening of real value (as of equity) by a decrease in relative worth
specifically : a decrease of per share value of common stock by an increase in the total number of shares

Examples of dilution in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web The dilution of the musical product by seeing it also as a product for shampoo and whatever. Chris Klimek, Smithsonian Magazine, 7 Mar. 2024 For example, partners will be required to answer capital calls made by the operating partner on a timely basis or pay a penalty that could be as little as a 3-times cash penalty, overall dilution of interest in the project, or outright loss of interest in the project. Ed Hirs, Forbes, 29 Feb. 2024 The Times lawsuit also alleges counts of trademark dilution, common law unfair competition by misappropriation, and a vicarious copyright infringement claim. Wes Davis, The Verge, 27 Feb. 2024 Even in a part-time on-air capacity, Stewart should generate the kind of viral clips and buzz that have increasingly become key currency for such franchises, despite the significant erosion and dilution of linear TV’s influence during his extended absence. Brian Lowry, CNN, 12 Feb. 2024 But the cost of failure to keep a sufficient cash cushion could still be catastrophic dilution or worse. Ryan Hinkle, Fortune, 5 Feb. 2024 Bourbon especially tends to become much more homogenous with heavy dilution. Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 4 Feb. 2024 Otherwise, the dilution will be off (that frozen stuff is water). Jason O'Bryan, Robb Report, 27 Jan. 2024 Advertisement Mike Schaller Temple City :: The dilution of the National Baseball Hall of Fame continues. Los Angeles Times, 27 Jan. 2024

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Word History

First Known Use

1646, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of dilution was in 1646

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Cite this Entry

“Dilution.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/dilution. Accessed 19 Mar. 2024.

Kids Definition

dilution

noun
di·​lu·​tion dī-ˈlü-shən How to pronounce dilution (audio)
də-
1
: the action of diluting : the state of being diluted
2
: something (as a solution) that is diluted

Medical Definition

dilution

noun
di·​lu·​tion dī-ˈlü-shən, də- How to pronounce dilution (audio)
1
: the action of diluting : the state of being diluted
2
: something (as a solution) that is diluted

Legal Definition

dilution

noun
di·​lu·​tion dī-ˈlü-shən, də- How to pronounce dilution (audio)
1
: a lessening of real value (as of equity) by a decrease in relative worth
specifically : a decrease of the value per share of common stock caused by an increase in the total number of shares
2
: a lessening of the value of a trademark that is caused by use of the mark by another and that creates potential confusion on the part of the consumer
3
: a weakening of the voting rights of a group of citizens (as a minority) because the representatives they elect have no greater legislative power than the representatives elected by smaller voting groups

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