Dilute1. (v. t.) To make less concentrated by mixture with something; to thin and dissolve by mixing.
2. (v. t.) To diminish the strength, flavor, color, etc., of, by mixing; to reduce, especially by the addition of water; to temper; to attenuate; to weaken.
3. (v. i.) To become attenuated, thin, or weak; as, it dilutes easily.
4. (a.) Diluted; thin; weak.
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