diffuse
|dif-fuse|
B2
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/dɪˈfjuz/
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/dɪˈfjuːz/
spread widely
Etymology
Etymology Information
'diffuse' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'diffusus,' where 'dis-' meant 'apart' and 'fundere' meant 'to pour.'
Historical Evolution
'diffusus' transformed into the French word 'diffuser,' and eventually became the modern English word 'diffuse' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to pour out,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to spread widely.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Verb 1
to spread or scatter widely or thinly.
The scent of the flowers diffused through the room.
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Adjective 1
spread out over a large area; not concentrated.
The light was soft and diffuse.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:39