permeable UK /ˈpɜːmiəbəl/US /ˈpɝmiəbəl/ adjective2 •Able to be permeated; absorbing or allowing the passage of fluids.Rainwater sinks through permeable rock to form an underground reservoir. •Allowing the passage of persons, information, or other things, especially when such passage occurs despite hopes or expectations otherwise.permeable borders formsmore permeable · most permeable