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Meaning of porous

Source language: EnglishDictionary language: English

porous

Pronunciation:/ˈpɔːɹəs/

adjective

Definitions

  1. Full of tiny pores that allow fluids or gasses to pass through.

    Example: Concrete is porous, so water will slowly filter through it.

  2. With many gaps.

  3. (by extension) full of loopholes