What does thinner mean?
Thinner means comparative form of thin: more thin.
Thinner
/ˈθɪnə(ɹ)/ · adjective
Meaning
comparative form of thin: more thin.
Definitions by Sense
- comparative form of thin: more thin
- A liquid substance used to thin the consistency of another liquid.
- Something that thins or thins out (another thing).
Example Sentences
Turpentine or mineral spirits can be used as a thinner for oil-based paints.
Pomegranate juice and exercise are great natural blood thinners.
The new type of mechanical thinner allowed thinning of peach blossoms to be completed earlier.
A solid mane thinner is indispensable in finishing the looks of your horse.
Synonyms for thinner
Antonyms for thinner
Related Words
Word Forms
- thinners
Usage Notes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a synonym for thinner?
Common synonyms include solvent, resolvent, dissolvent, dissolver.
What is the opposite of thinner?
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
How do you use thinner in a sentence?
Turpentine or mineral spirits can be used as a thinner for oil-based paints.
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