diffuser Meaning & Definition
/dɪˈfjuːsə(ɹ)/
What Does Diffuser Mean?
As an adjective, diffuser means comparative form of diffuse: more diffuse. As a noun, it means Any person or thing that diffuses.
Quick Facts About Diffuser
| Part of speech | adjective, noun |
|---|---|
| Pronunciation | //dɪˈfjuːsə(ɹ)// |
| Syllables | 1 |
| Synonyms | diffusor |
| Plural | diffusers |
Diffuser Definition (Adjective)
- comparative form of diffuse: more diffuse
Diffuser as a Noun
- Any person or thing that diffuses.
- A device designed to diffuse a scent efficiently.
- Any device that or spreads out or scatters light, making the light appear softer.
- A shaped section of a car's underbody which improves the car's aerodynamic properties.
- A mechanical device that is designed to control the characteristics of a fluid at the entrance to a thermodynamic open system.
- An aerating device consisting of a membrane with fine pores, through which air is blown to generate small bubbles.
- A cooking item that can be placed above a stove heating element or burner to separate the cooking utensil from the heat source.
- A hairdryer attachment that diffuses the flow of air.
Synonyms of Diffuser
Diffuser synonyms and antonyms →Antonyms of Diffuser
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Diffuser in a Sentence
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Word Forms & Grammar
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diffuser (plural diffusers)
Words That Rhyme With Diffuser
Origin of Diffuser
Origin 1: See the etymology of the corresponding lemma form.
Origin 2: From diffuse (verb) + -er.
Diffuser Pronunciation
You say diffuser as //dɪˈfjuːsə(ɹ)//. It has 1 syllable.
Diffuser: Your Questions Answered
Is diffuser an adjective or a noun?
Diffuser is mainly used as an adjective, but it can also be used as a noun.
What is another word for diffuser?
You can replace diffuser with words such as diffusor. See the full list of diffuser synonyms and antonyms.
What is the plural of diffuser?
The plural of diffuser is diffusers.