penetration

/ˌpɛnəˈtreɪʃən/
noun
  1. The act or process of going into or through something.
    • The nail's penetration into the wall was smooth and easy.
    • The army's penetration of enemy territory was carefully planned.
    • Water penetration through the roof caused damage to the ceiling.
  2. The ability to understand or grasp something deeply.
    • His quick penetration of the problem saved the team a lot of time.
    • The detective's penetration of the mystery took months of work.
    • Her penetration of the complex theory impressed the professor.
  3. The success of a product or idea in reaching a market or audience.
    • Social media penetration among teenagers is nearly 100 percent.
    • The new app achieved deep penetration into the education sector.
    • The company's market penetration in Asia has grown rapidly.
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