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Diffusion
01
(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
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02
the property of being diffused or dispersed
03
the spread of social institutions (and myths and skills) from one society to another
04
the process of spreading or dispersing something widely
Examples
The diffusion of perfume filled the room with its pleasant scent.
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rediffusion
diffusion
diffuse
