po
rous
Comparative
more porous
Superlative
most porous
1
containing small holes or gaps, allowing liquid or air to pass through
- The sponge was porous, absorbing water quickly.
- The volcanic rock was porous, allowing lava to flow through its channels.
- The bread had a porous texture, with air pockets throughout the dough.
- The soil was porous, allowing water to penetrate deeply into the ground.
- The sponge cake was porous, soaking up the syrup and becoming moist.
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2
not protected enough to stop people, animals, or things from passing through
- The porous fence allowed animals, such as rabbits and deer, to easily enter the garden.
- Many officials worry that the porous security measures could lead to unauthorized access by intruders and wildlife.
- The porous borders in the area complicate efforts to control illegal immigration and the movement of animals across the region.
- The porous border made it easy for smugglers to cross.
- The castle walls were less porous than they appeared, making them formidable.
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