penetration
|pen-e-tra-tion|
/ˌpɛnɪˈtreɪʃən/
entry or insight
Etymology
'penetration' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'penetratio,' where 'penetrare' meant 'to enter or pass through.'
'penetratio' transformed into the French word 'pénétration,' and eventually became the modern English word 'penetration' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to enter or pass through,' but over time it evolved into its current meanings of 'the act of penetrating' and 'insight or understanding.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the act or process of penetrating something.
The penetration of the bullet through the wall was unexpected.
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Noun 2
the ability to understand or gain insight into something.
Her penetration into the complexities of the issue was impressive.
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Last updated: 2025/02/03 06:21