permeate
permeate Lexical Profile
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• verb
To spread throughout or pass through the pores, crevices, or interstices of a substance, space, or material.
"The rich aroma of freshly baked bread began to permeate every room of the house."
To become widespread, present, or influential throughout an organization, culture, or body of work (of an idea, attitude, or feeling).
"A sense of optimism and curiosity seemed to permeate the entire research department."
• noun
A liquid or gas that has passed through a semipermeable membrane during a filtration process.
"During the ultrafiltration of milk, the watery permeate containing lactose and minerals is separated from the concentrated protein."
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Word Origin & Etymology
Borrowed in the mid-17th century from Latin permeatus, the past participle of permeare ('to pass through'), formed from per- ('through') and meare ('to go' or 'to pass').