Meaning of concentration in English

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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) »
Derived terms
- concentrate
2. the spatial property of being crowded together
Antonyms
- distribution
- dispersion
Derived terms
- concentrate
3. strengthening the concentration (as of a solute in a mixture) by removing extraneous material
Antonyms
- dilution
Derived terms
4. increase in density
Derived terms
5. complete attention
Examples
- « intense mental effort »
Derived terms
6. bringing together military forces
Derived terms
- concentrate
7. great and constant diligence and attention
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