interpenetration

C2 Topic:Abstract Ideas

US /ˌɪntərˌpɛnəˈtreɪʃən/ UK /ˌɪntəˌpɛnɪˈtreɪʃən/ See IPA manual

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Meanings

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noun
mutual penetration or overlapping presence within the same space or system

The essay describes an interpenetration of memory and perception.

Thesaurus

Synonyms

1 noun · mutual penetration or... permeationinterminglingoverlap

Opposites

separation

Word family

Related forms interpenetrate penetration permeation

Etymology

From inter- ('between, mutually') + penetration.

Topics

Abstract Ideas Word Formation & Derivatives

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