Definition

To pass through small openings or pores, similar to how sweat comes out of the skin.

Example

The plant can transude water through its leaves during hot weather.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you notice how the walls seem to transude moisture after the rain?

Yeah, I saw that! It's like the house is sweating.

Exactly! I guess it happens when the humidity is high.

Right, it’s fascinating how buildings can transude like that.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Transude → It is formed from "trans-" (meaning across) and "sudare" (meaning to sweat). The word describes the process of a substance oozing or passing through a surface, as if sweating across it.

Memory Tip

Think of something 'sweating' ('sudare') 'across' ('trans-') a surface, which helps you remember that 'transude' means to ooze or pass through.

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