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POROUS

(adj., adj.sat)

Definitions

There are 3 meanings of the word Porous.

How to pronounce porous:

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Porous - as an adjective

Full of pores or vessels or holes

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
poriferous
Antonyms (Opposite Meaning)
nonporous

Porous - as an adjective satellite

Able to absorb fluids

Example: "The partly porous walls of our digestive system"

Allowing passage in and out

Example: "Our unfenced and largely unpoliced border inevitably has been very porous"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
holey

Example Sentences

"The sponge is porous and absorbs liquids easily."
"The porous soil allows water to seep through."
"The porous rock formations create unique caves."
"The porous membrane lets certain substances pass through."
"The porous concrete pavement allows rainwater to drain quickly."
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Word Game Points

Is POROUS a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, porous is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

POROUS has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is POROUS a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, porous is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
POROUS has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 10.

Is POROUS a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, porous is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
POROUS has a WORDFEUD points total of 10.

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