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Definition porous in British English

porous adjective

adjective
/ˈpɔːrəs/
1

a porous substance has a lot of very small holes in it so that air and water can pass through it

Synonyms and related words
absorbent astringent harsh
Example

a porous border/defence

Synonyms and related words
useless ineffective inefficient
Definition porous in British English