percolation
noun /ˌpɜːkəˈleɪʃn/
/ˌpɜːrkəˈleɪʃn/
[uncountable]- the process of a liquid, gas, etc. moving gradually through a surface that has very small holes or spaces in it
- The tiles seal off the soil and prevent water percolation.
- the process of becoming known or spread through a group or society
- Eco-tourism will help percolation of money to the local level and help the community.
- the process of making coffee in a percolator