dilutoitua
Dilutoitua is a neologism used in theoretical linguistics and translation studies to describe a particular form of semantic drift. It refers to a process by which a lexical item's core meaning broadens across contexts and, when transmitted across languages or media, loses precision as subtleties are collapsed or reinterpreted.
Etymology: The word is a coinage intended to evoke dilution of meaning. It combines a root reminiscent
Definition and scope: Dilutoitua describes how a word’s semantic domain expands in familiar contexts but becomes
Mechanisms and examples: The phenomenon is typically observed with broad or high-level terms such as freedom,
Impact and discussion: Proponents argue that dilutoitua provides a useful heuristic for understanding translation choices and