dispersion (B2)
noun
Pronunciation: /dɪˈspɜːrʒn/
Definition
The act or process of spreading something over a wide area, or the state of being spread out.
Examples
The dispersion of light through a prism creates a rainbow.
The study focused on the dispersion of pollutants in the atmosphere.
We observed the dispersion of the flock of birds as they flew in different directions.
How to Use dispersion
- dispersion of (prepositional phrase)
- Indicates what is being spread out or separated. — "The dispersion of the population into rural areas increased."
- in dispersion (prepositional phrase)
- Describes the state of being spread out. — "The particles remained in dispersion for several hours."
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