Dictionary Entry
penetration
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Meaning
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The act or process of entering or passing through something, or the extent to which something enters or affects something.
Example Sentence
The drill bit achieved deep penetration into the concrete wall, creating a hole for the anchor.
Usage Note
Describes the physical act of piercing or entering a substance or space, or metaphorically, the extent to which an idea, influence, or product spreads or is understood within a population or market.