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diminution

/dɪmɪˈnjuːʃ(ə)n/

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noun

减少，缩减。

A lessening, decrease or reduction.

Examples :

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

新的排放标准已经显著减少了空气污染。

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noun

减少，减小。

The act or process of making diminutive.

Examples :

"The diminution of her savings was a result of unexpected medical bills. "

由于突如其来的医疗费用，她的存款减少了。

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noun

缩减，减值.

A compositional technique where the composer shortens the melody by shortening its note values.

Examples :

"The composer used diminution to create a sense of urgency in the music, making the familiar melody sound faster and more exciting. "

作曲家使用了节奏缩减这种手法来营造音乐的紧迫感，让原本熟悉的旋律听起来更快、更激动人心。