Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
permeable
Adjective
/ˈpɜːr.mə.bəl/
Definition
Able to be passed through, especially by liquids or gases.
Examples
- The permeable membrane allowed water to flow while filtering out larger particles.
- Sand is permeable, making it easy for water to drain through.
- The engineer used permeable materials to enhance water drainage in the garden.
Meaning
Permeable describes materials or membranes that allow substances to move through them.
Synonyms
- Porous
- Pervious
- Accessible
