permeable — allowing liquids or gases to pass through
Part of speech: ADJECTIVE
Definition: allowing liquids or gases to pass through
Pronunciation (IPA): /ˈpɜːrmiəbl/
Korean meaning: 액체나 기체가 통과할 수 있는, 투과성의
Korean pronunciation: **퍼**미어블
Example Sentences
- My umbrella turned out to be permeable, so I got soaked like a wet poodle in the rain.
- The cell membrane is selectively permeable to certain molecules.
- His excuses were as permeable as Swiss cheese - full of holes!
permeable
ADJECTIVE//ˈpɜːrmiəbl//
allowing liquids or gases to pass through
The gardener waters permeable sandy soil that absorbs water quickly
Permeable walls show measurable flow, while solid ones create considerable blockage!
🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'permeabilis', derived from 'permeare' meaning 'to pass through'. The word combines the prefix 'per-' (through) with 'meabilis' (able to pass), influenced by Latin 'meare' (to go or pass).
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📝Examples
“My umbrella turned out to be permeable, so I got soaked like a wet poodle in the rain.”
“The cell membrane is selectively permeable to certain molecules.”
“His excuses were as permeable as Swiss cheese - full of holes!”
“The permeable pavement allows rainwater to filter through naturally.”
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