diminution

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Contents 1 English 1.1 Noun 1.1.1 Translations 1.2 See also

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[edit] Noun

diminution (plural diminutions)

1. A lessening, decrease or reduction.

   The new emission standards have produced a measurable diminution in air pollution.

2. (music) The shortening of the notes of a melody or theme.

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• diminuendo