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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

percolation

/pərˈkɒlɪkeɪʃən/ noun · British & US
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What does percolation mean?

noun

The process of passing through a porous material, especially coffee grounds, to extract a liquid. A gradual or continuous process of spreading or becoming widespread.

Example

"The percolation of water through the soil helped to irrigate the crops."

Definition generated by AI and curated by RJS Tech Solutions LLP.

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