porous
5 synonyms and 0 antonyms for porous, grouped by meaning and by how common each one is.
Adj — Having many tiny holes that let liquid or gas pass through.
Synonyms
Rare, literary or technical
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How to use porous
The word patterns that sound natural to a native speaker.
Etymology
From Old French poros, ultimately from Latin porus ("an opening"), the same root as "pore".
Full origin of porous →Frequently asked questions
What does “porous” mean?
The word “porous” means having many tiny holes that let liquid or gas pass through. In plain terms, full of tiny holes that let things pass through — literally (like rock or fabric) or figuratively (like a weak border or defense).
How do you pronounce “porous”?
“Porous” is pronounced PAW-ruhs (/ˈpɔɹəs/ in IPA).
How do you use “porous” in a sentence?
Here is “porous” used in a sentence: “Porous rock absorbs rainwater like a sponge.”
What part of speech is “porous”?
“Porous” is an adjective.
Where does the word “porous” come from?
The word “porous” comes from Latin. From Old French poros, ultimately from Latin porus ("an opening"), the same root as "pore".
Is “porous” a common word?
“Porous” is an uncommon word in modern English.
How many meanings does “porous” have?
“Porous” has 2 distinct senses listed in this dictionary. The most common is: having many tiny holes that let liquid or gas pass through.