Diffusion Definition

diffusion
noun
  1. (physics) the process in which there is movement of a substance from an area of high concentration of that substance to an area of lower concentration
  2. the spread of social institutions (and myths and skills) from one society to another
  3. the property of being diffused or dispersed
  4. the act of dispersing or diffusing something; "the dispersion of the troops"; "the diffusion of knowledge"

"Diffusion" in song lyrics

See how diffusion is used in real songs:

  • "Osmosis: underwater diffusion"
    Mr. Lif — Heavy Artillery
  • "Sur tous les canaux on veut la diffusion"
    Rainmen — Rainmen Iz Back
  • "advection vs diffusion"
    AOL — AOL

Usage tips for "diffusion"

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