Definition of Permeable

that absorbs or allows the passage of fluids or gases

Examples of Permeable in a sentence

The permeable material allowed a large amount of water to seep through.  🔊

Because the case was not permeable, the files were safe from water during the flood.  🔊

The cold air nipped through the permeable stockings that clung to the woman’s legs.  🔊

Thinking it wasn’t permeable, the camper was surprised that the water was able to get through his tent.  🔊

Permeable materials were used to create a net that let in water but not debris.  🔊

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