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permeate

UK/ˈpɜːrmieɪt/US/'pә:mieit/
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Definitions

v.

To spread through or penetrate every part of something; to pervade.

渗透;弥漫;遍及

n.

Liquid that has passed through a filtration system; a watery by-product of milk processing.

渗透液;乳清渗透液

Root Breakdown

Root-derived
perbefore
+
mego, walk, advance
+
ateto make, having
=permeate
Root vad still carries 16 more words

Example Sentences

  • 1.

    The aroma of fresh bread seemed to permeate every corner of the old bakery.

  • 2.

    A sense of unease began to permeate the office as rumors of layoffs spread.

  • 3.

    Water will gradually permeate through the porous stones in the garden path.

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