Meaning of diminution in English

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  1. Pronunciation
  2. Noun
    1. Etymology
    2. Definitions

  1. Pronunciation

    /ˌdɪməˈn(j)uʃ(ə)n/

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  1. Noun

    diminution

    Etymology

    Middle English: via Old French from Latin deminutio(n-), from the verb deminuere (see diminish)

    Definitions

    1. change toward something smaller or lower

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  2. 2. the statement of a theme in notes of lesser duration (usually half the length of the original)

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  3. 3. the act of decreasing or reducing something

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