pore
/pɔːr/
noun
- A tiny opening on the surface of skin, a leaf, or other material that allows sweat, air, or liquid to pass through.
- The pores on this sponge help it absorb water quickly.
- Sweat comes out of your pores when you exercise.
- She used a face mask to clean out her pores.
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verb
- To study or examine something very carefully and for a long time (usually followed by 'over').
- The detective pored over the evidence looking for clues.
- He spent hours poring over old maps of the city.
- She pored over her notes the night before the exam.
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