Osmosis Definition & Meaning

osmosis
noun
  1. (biology, chemistry) diffusion of molecules through a semipermeable membrane from a place of higher concentration to a place of lower concentration until the concentration on both sides is equal

"Osmosis" in song lyrics

See how osmosis is used in real songs:

  • "Microphone dudes, coolers disfuse like osmosis"
    Bronze Nazareth f/ June Megalodon — Blade Runner
  • "Mental psychosis, negative osmosis"
    Channel Live — What! (Cause and Effect)
  • "Through osmosis,"
    Ras Kass — High IQ

Usage tips for "osmosis"

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