Infiltration
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ɪnfɪlˈtɹeɪʃən/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Infiltration is a noun meaning The act or process of infiltrating, as of water into a porous substance, or of a fluid into the cells of an organ or part of the body.
Meaning
The act or process of infiltrating, as of water into a porous substance, or of a fluid into the cells of an organ or part of the body.
More Meanings
- The substance which has entered the pores or cavities of a body.
- The act of secretly entering a physical location and/or organization.
Example Sentences
calcareous infiltrations filling the cavities
No one should be under any illusions about the objective of the Communist Party leadership: it’s long-term, systematic infiltration of social organisations, media and government. By the time China’s infiltration of Australia is readily apparent, it will be too late.
Word Forms
- infiltrations
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include permeation, permeability, percolation, seepage, filtering, leak.
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