diffusor

Scatters light evenly

A diffusor is a device that spreads or scatters something—light, sound, air, or scent.

In lighting, diffusors soften harsh light by dispersing it evenly.

In acoustics, they break up sound waves to reduce echoes.

Aromatherapy diffusors disperse essential oils into the air.

Also spelled diffuser, which is more common.

lighting

softbox

Studio light diffusion enclosure

frosted · translucent · opal · filter · fluorescent · LED · lampshade · backlight · photography · studio

aroma

essential oils

Concentrated plant-derived aromatics

lavender · eucalyptus · peppermint · lemon · jasmine · vanilla · rosemary · sandalwood · bergamot · cedarwood

HVAC

airflow

Movement of atmosphere

louvers · registers · outlet · inlet · circulation · vent · ceiling · linear · slot · perforated

aerodynamic

airflow

Movement of atmosphere

boundary layer · streamlines · pressure drop · laminar flow · turbulent flow · wind tunnel · vortex · Bernoulli · venturi · splitter

hair

blow dryer

Heated air styling device

frizz · volume · drying · styling · natural texture · gentle · airflow · nozzle · heat · salon

acoustic

soundproofing

Preventing noise transmission

scattering · reflection · damping · frequency · resonance · attenuation · anechoic · decibel · harmonics · waveform

Opposites
light/energy distribution pattern

diffusorconcentrator

Device that intensifies beams

focuser · collimator · focusing lens · condenser · collector

fluid dynamics function

diffusornozzle

Flow-directing pipe fitting

jet · constrictor · accelerator · venturi · orifice

acoustic treatment function

diffusorabsorber

Thing that takes in

damper · deadener · acoustic panel · sound barrier · baffle

Phrases
Family

diffuse, diffusion, diffused, diffusing, diffuser, diffusers

Familiarity
Top 1,000,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Rated G