saturated
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/ˈsætʃəˌreɪtɪd/
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/ˈsætʃəreɪtɪd/
(saturate)
completely fill or soak
Etymology
'saturated' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'saturatus,' where 'saturare' meant 'to fill, satisfy.'
'saturatus' transformed into the Old French word 'saturer,' and eventually became the modern English word 'saturate' through Middle English.
Initially, it meant 'to fill or satisfy,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'thoroughly soaked or filled to capacity.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
holding as much water or moisture as can be absorbed; thoroughly soaked.
The ground was saturated after the heavy rain.
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Adjective 2
(Chemistry) Containing the maximum amount of solute that can dissolve in a solvent at a given temperature.
The solution is saturated with salt.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:42