1. (v. t.) To spread throughout; to pervade; 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; as, water permeates sand.

2. (v. t.) To enter and spread through; to pervade.

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