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THINNING

(noun, verb, adj.)

Definitions

There are 6 meanings of the word Thinning.

Thinning - as a noun

The act of diluting something

Example: "The cutting of whiskey with water"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
cutting

Thinning - as a verb

To make thin or thinner.

To become thin or thinner.

Example: "The crowds thinned after the procession had passed: there was nothing more to see."

To dilute.

To remove some plants or parts of plants in order to improve the growth of what remains.

Thinning - as an adjective

Becoming less thick, dense, or numerous

Example: "Thinning hair"

Example Sentences

"The thinning of the hair is a common sign of aging."
"The thinning of the ozone layer is a serious environmental concern."
"She uses a special shampoo to prevent thinning of her hair."
"Deforestation leads to the thinning of the forest cover."
"The painter applied multiple layers of paint to avoid the thinning of colors."
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Word Game Points

Is THINNING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, thinning is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

THINNING has a SCRABBLE points total of 12.

Is THINNING a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, thinning is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
THINNING has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 15.

Is THINNING a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, thinning is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
THINNING has a WORDFEUD points total of 13.

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