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tou

n.
C2 Proficiency tou

n. a very small amount of something. You use this word when you want to say there is almost nothing left of a substance.

n. a minute quantity or trace of a substance. Often used in scientific or technical contexts to describe residual amounts.


SIMPLE

Only a tiny tou of the chemical remains.

CONTEXTUAL

The lab technician noted that only a tou of the original sample was sufficient for the test.

COMPLEX

Even a tou of the catalyst can significantly accelerate the reaction, making it a highly efficient choice for industrial processes where material conservation is critical.

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