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Vocabulary Entry
thinning
|noun • verb
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N
noun
The process or action of reducing thickness or density.
Example Sentences
"The thinning of the forest is concerning for wildlife."
"They noticed a thinning in the ice as spring approached."
"Thinning of the hair can be a sign of aging."
V
verb
To make or become less thick, dense, or strong.
Example Sentences
"She is thinning out the paint to create a lighter color."
"The gardener is thinning the seedlings to allow better growth."
"As temperatures rise, the ice will begin thinning."