water down

Meanings

• Verb

  Dilute or weaken the strength, intensity, or concentration of something, usually a liquid, by adding water.

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Rhymes

Words rhyming with water down
drown , town , frown , clown

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Variants

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water down , watered down , watered-down , watering down , waters down

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Etymology

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The term 'water down' comes from the idea of adding water to something to dilute it.

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Trivia

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1. The term 'water down' is often used in the context of political speeches, where a politician may 'water down' a controversial proposal to make it more palatable to a wider audience.

2. In the food industry, 'water down' may refer to adding water to milk or other dairy products to increase volume and reduce cost.

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Related Concepts

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1. dilute: To mix a substance with water or another liquid to make it less concentrated.

2. concentrate: To make a substance more concentrated by removing water or other liquids.

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Culture

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In literature, 'water down' is often used metaphorically to describe a situation where something is made less effective or less potent, such as a speech or an argument.

How to Memorize "water down"

1. visualize
   

   - Imagine adding water to a strong liquid, such as paint or wine, to make it less potent or less vibrant.

2. associate
   

   - Associate the term 'water down' with the idea of making something weaker or less effective.

3. mnemonics
   

   - Remember the phrase 'Water it down' to help you remember the meaning of the verb.

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