English / word
porous
adjective C1MEANING IN ENGLISH
Having minute spaces or holes through which liquid or air may pass.
In context
01
Clay pots are made of porous material that keeps the water cool naturally.
02
The soil is very porous and drains quickly.
Synonyms
permeable,absorbent,penetrable
Antonyms
impermeable,solid,nonporous
Collocations
porous rock,porous material,porous surface