cribrosity

/krɪˈbrɒsɪti/

Definitions

1. noun

the quality or state of being porous or permeable

“The high cribrosity of the sponge made it ideal for water filtration.”

2. noun

a condition characterized by a fine network of small pores or passages

“The doctor studied the patient’s cribrosity to diagnose the underlying disease.”

Synonyms

  • permeability
  • pore-ness
  • porosity

Antonyms

  • compactness
  • solidity