permeation
|per-me-a-tion|
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/ˌpɜːrmiˈeɪʃən/
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/ˌpɜːmiˈeɪʃən/
(permeate)
spread through
Etymology
Etymology Information
'permeation' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'permeare,' where 'per-' meant 'through' and 'meare' meant 'to pass.'
Historical Evolution
'permeare' transformed into the French word 'permeation,' and eventually became the modern English word 'permeation' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to pass through,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the process of a liquid, gas, etc., passing through a porous material or substance.
The permeation of water through the soil is essential for plant growth.
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Last updated: 2025/02/14 03:44