Meaning of concentration in English

1. Pronunciation

   /ˌkɑnsənˈtreɪʃ(ə)n/

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1. Noun

   concentration

   Definitions

   1. the strength of a solution

   Examples

   • « number of molecules of a substance in a given volume (expressed as moles/cubic meter) »
2. 2. the spatial property of being crowded together

   Antonyms

   • distribution
   • dispersion
3. 3. strengthening the concentration (as of a solute in a mixture) by removing extraneous material

   Antonyms

   • dilution
4. 4. increase in density
5. 5. complete attention

   Examples

   • « intense mental effort »
6. 6. bringing together military forces
7. 7. great and constant diligence and attention