diffusion — the spreading of something more widely
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the spreading of something more widely
Pronunciation (IPA): /dɪˈfjuːʒən/
Korean meaning: 확산, 전파, 퍼짐
Korean pronunciation: 디**퓨**전
Example Sentences
- The diffusion of K-pop has made Korean language classes popular worldwide.
- My mom's cooking smell has amazing diffusion power - neighbors three floors up know what's for dinner!
- The diffusion of gossip in our school is faster than the speed of light.
diffusion
NOUN//dɪˈfjuːʒən//
the spreading of something more widely
the spreading of something more widely
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Origin
From Latin 'diffundere' meaning 'to pour out' or 'spread abroad', composed of the prefix 'dis-' (apart) and 'fundere' (to pour). The word entered English via Old French 'diffusion' in the 14th century.
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“The diffusion of K-pop has made Korean language classes popular worldwide.”
“My mom's cooking smell has amazing diffusion power - neighbors three floors up know what's for dinner!”
“The diffusion of gossip in our school is faster than the speed of light.”
“Scientists study the diffusion of gases to understand atmospheric changes.”
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