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permeates

The correct spelling is permeates.

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verb

Say it like: Per-mee-tes

The correct spelling is permeates. 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… For example: "water permeates sand"

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water permeates sand

Definition

verb

  1. 1.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
  2. 2.To enter and spread through; to pervade.

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