permeability

noun

per·​me·​abil·​i·​ty ˌpər-mē-ə-ˈbi-lə-tē How to pronounce permeability (audio)
1
: the quality or state of being permeable
2
: the property of a magnetizable substance that determines the degree in which it modifies the magnetic flux in the region occupied by it in a magnetic field

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By increasing permeability, vasopressin can return the tonicity of body fluids to normal. James Myhre & Dennis Sifris, Md, Verywell Health, 24 Sep. 2024 The intention is to see whether reducing intestinal permeability can make a noticeable difference to the young patients’ symptoms and quality of life. Samuel Axon, Ars Technica, 27 Sep. 2024 The gut lining, in general, has a certain amount of permeability. Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 24 Sep. 2024 This permeability might be linked to abdominal pain, bloating, and diarrhea. Amber J. Tresca, Verywell Health, 24 Sep. 2024 See all Example Sentences for permeability 

Word History

First Known Use

1759, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of permeability was in 1759

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“Permeability.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/permeability. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.

Kids Definition

permeability

noun
per·​me·​abil·​i·​ty ˌpər-mē-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē How to pronounce permeability (audio)
: the quality or state of being permeable

Medical Definition

permeability

noun
per·​me·​abil·​i·​ty ˌpər-mē-ə-ˈbil-ət-ē How to pronounce permeability (audio)
plural permeabilities
: the quality or state of being permeable

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