diffusion
pronunciation
How to pronounce diffusion in British English:
UK [dɪ'fju:ʒn]
How to pronounce diffusion in American English:
US [dɪˈfjuʒən]
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- Noun:
- (physics) the process of diffusing; the intermingling of molecules in gases and liquids as a result of random thermal agitation
- the spread of social institutions (and myths and skills) from one society to another
- the property of being diffused or dispersed
- the act of dispersing or diffusing something
Word Origin
- diffusion (n.)
- late 14c., from Latin diffusionem (nominative diffusio) "a pouring forth," noun of action from past participle stem of diffundere "scatter, pour out," from dis- "apart, in every direction" (see dis-) + fundere "pour" (see found (v.2)).
Example
- 1. Countries with policies preventing their diffusion lost out .
- 2. None had the right mix of consistency diffusion and price .
- 3. Meanwhile , the diffusion of technological expertise and experience should lay the foundations for more effective innovation in the longer term .
- 4. Other issues include scaling-down problems that occur with biochemical reactions , such as diffusion rates and heating .
- 5. The information revolution facilitates rapid diffusion of technology and know-how , allowing solid productivity increases to accompany high investment rates in emerging markets .