v. Function: verb
1
Synonyms: ENTER 1, come (in), go in, ingress
Related Words: encroach, invade, trespass
2 to enter or go through by or as if by overcoming resistance FF1C; the icy wind penetrated the heavy parka FF1E;
Synonyms: pierce
Related Words: bore, perforate, prick, puncture; jab, knife, stab; drill, drive
3
Synonyms: PERMEATE , charge, compenetrate, impenetrate, impregnate, interpenetrate, percolate, pervade, saturate, transfuse
Related Words: insert, insinuate, interpolate, introduce