Meaning of the word infiltration in English
What does infiltration mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
infiltration
US /ˌɪn.fɪlˈtreɪ.ʃən/
UK /ˌɪn.fɪlˈtreɪ.ʃən/
Noun
1.
the action of entering or gaining access to an organization, place, or system surreptitiously, especially in order to acquire secret information or to cause damage
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The intelligence agency prevented the infiltration of foreign spies.
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There were concerns about the infiltration of extremist groups into the organization.
2.
the process by which water on the ground surface enters the soil
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Forests play a crucial role in regulating water infiltration into the soil.
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Poor soil structure can reduce the rate of water infiltration.