saturate

/sˈæt‍ʃəɹˌe‍ɪt/

/ˈsætʃɝˌeɪt/

to saturate

MAIN VERB

to combine so much of a chemical compound with a chemical solution that the solution cannot retain, absorb, or dissolve anymore of that compound

infuse or fill completely

synonyms : impregnate

Examples

1. He avoided consuming saturated fatty acids in his diet to maintain a healthy lifestyle.

2. It is recommended to replace saturated fats with monounsaturated fatty acids, such as those found in nuts.

3. Plastic has saturated our environment.

4. and it stores primarily saturated fat