transitive verb to pass or diffuse through; penetrate.These large molecules cannot permeate the cell membrane. See the full entry
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retrospect
noun reflection on the past or on past events or achievements.The chapter contains an historical retrospect of events leading up to the war. See the full entry
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forage
noun food for grazing or browsing animals, usu. horses or cattle.Grass is forage for cows. See the full entry