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steeped

/stiːpt/ verb, adjective · British & US
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What does steeped mean?

verb, adjective

Steeped means immersed in or surrounded by a particular atmosphere or quality. It can also mean soaked in a liquid, especially a hot one.

Example

"The old wooden boat had been steeped in the salty sea air for decades."

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