Attenuation

Definitions

1. A gradual diminishing of strength.
   countable, uncountable
2. A reduction in the level of some property with distance, especially the amplitude of a wave or the strength of a signal.
   countable, uncountable
3. A weakening in the virulence of a pathogen or other microorganism.
   countable, uncountable
4. The tapering of a leaf etc to a fine point.
   countable, uncountable
5. A fabrication process in which a material is stretched out into a thin shape.
   countable, uncountable
6. The reduction of the active principles of medicines to minute doses.
   countable, uncountable
7. The proportion of sugar that is converted to ethanol by a yeast.
   countable, uncountable

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