Impregnate

Origin

Earlier impregn, from Middle French imprégner, from Old French enpreignier.

Full definition of impregnate

Verb

1. (transitive) To cause to become pregnant.I was impregnated at a clinic but don't know who the sperm donor is.
2. (transitive) To fertilize.
3. (transitive) To saturate, or infuse.
4. (transitive) To fill pores or spaces with a substance.It is recommended to impregnate new shoes before wearing them.
5. (intransitive, dated) To become pregnant.

Anagrams

• permeating