permeated

Verb

permeate (third-person singular simple present permeates, present participle permeating, simple past and past participle permeated)

1. (transitive) To pass through the pores or interstices of; to penetrate and pass through without causing rupture or displacement; applied especially to fluids which pass through substances of loose texture
   • water permeates sand
2. (transitive) To enter and spread through; to pervade.
   • Bright sunshine permeates the room on a sunny day.

   Synonyms:

   impregnate, perfuse

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