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penetration

/pɛ.nɪˈtɹeɪ.ʃən/

Meaning 1

the act of passing into or through something

“The thick wall prevented the bullet's penetration.”
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Illustration of penetration: the act of passing into or through something

Meaning 2

The act of entering or piercing something.

“The arrow's penetration surprised the onlookers.”
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Illustration of penetration: The act of entering or piercing something.