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Meaning of thinner

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

thinner

Pronunciation:/ˈθɪnə(ɹ)//ˈθɪnɚ/

adjective

Definitions

  1. Having little thickness or extent from one surface to its opposite.

    Example: thin plate of metal;  thin paper;  thin board;  thin covering

  2. Very narrow in all diameters; having a cross section that is small in all directions.

    Example: thin wire;  thin string

  3. Having little body fat or flesh; slim; slender; lean; gaunt.

    Example: thin person

  4. Of low viscosity or low specific gravity.

    Example: Water is thinner than honey.

noun

Definitions

  1. A liquid substance used to thin the consistency of another liquid.

    Example: Turpentine or mineral spirits can be used as a thinner for oil-based paints.

  2. Something that thins.

    Example: A solid mane thinner is indispensable in finishing the looks of your horse.