permeate

(noun, verb)

noun

1. A watery by-product of milk production.

verb

1. spread or diffuse through

- An atmosphere of distrust has permeated this administration

Similar word(s): diffuse, imbue, interpenetrate, penetrate, pervade, riddle

Definition categories: contact, penetrate, perforate

2. pass through

- Water permeates sand easily

Similar word(s): filter, percolate

Definition categories: contact, penetrate, perforate

3. penetrate mutually or be interlocked

Similar word(s): interpenetrate

Definition categories: contact, penetrate, perforate