Meaning & Definition of word "Thinning"

Thinning

/ˈθɪn.ɪŋ/

1. The process of making something thinner or less dense.
- Example: The thinning of the forest was necessary to prevent wildfires.
2. A reduction in the density or thickness of a material or substance.
- Example: The thinning of the paint made it easier to apply a smooth coat.
3. The act of removing some plants or crops to allow for better growth of remaining ones.
- Example: Thinning the seedlings helped them to grow stronger and healthier.

1. To make or become thinner or less dense.
- Example: She is thinning the soup by adding more water.
2. To decrease the density or thickness of something.
- Example: He started thinning his hair and decided to try a new hairstyle.
3. To reduce the number of plants or crops in a given area for better cultivation.
- Example: They are thinning the rows of corn to allow for better air circulation.

From the verb 'thin', meaning to make thin or lessen density, combined with the suffix '-ing'.

hair thinning:

The loss of hair density leading to a finer appearance of hair.

thinning out:

To decrease the number of items or amount in a given space.

thin:

Having little thickness or density.

thinner:

A substance that reduces the viscosity of paint or other liquids.

Meaning: To decrease or reduce the amount of something quickly.

Example Sentence: They started thinning out the crowd at the concert.

Meaning: Referring to becoming less substantial or significant.

Example Sentence: His explanations were thinning as more questions were asked.