impregnation

• Nom désignant soit le processus de saturation complète d'une substance par un autre matériau, soit le matériau utilisé à cette fin ; également, en biologie, le processus de fécondation impliquant la fusion des gamètes.

A noun referring to either the process of saturating something completely with a substance, or the material used for such saturation; also, the biological process of fertilization involving the union of gametes.

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1. Material for impregnationC1formaltechnical

   A substance used to saturate or fill the pores of a material, such as a fabric or wood, to enhance its properties.

   Produit d'imprégnation

   • The wood received a waterproof impregnation to prevent rot.
   • This fabric has a special impregnation that makes it flame‑resistant.
   • The impregnation used on the canvas was a polymer‑based solution.
   • We applied a copper‑based impregnation to protect the timber from insects.

2. Process of saturationC1formaltechnical

   The act of completely saturating a substance with another material, often under pressure or vacuum.

   Imprégnation (saturation)

   • The impregnation of the filter medium was done in a vacuum chamber.
   • Impregnation of the catalyst with a precious metal increased its efficiency.
   • The process involves impregnation of the foam with a fire‑retardant chemical.
   • Proper impregnation ensures even distribution of the active ingredient.

   Synonymesimbibitioninfiltrationpermeationsaturation

   Antonymesdehydrationdesiccationdrainageextraction

3. FertilizationC1formalscientific

   The fusion of male and female gametes (sperm and ovum in animals, pollen and ovule in plants) to create a new organism.

   Fécondation

   • The impregnation of the egg occurs shortly after ovulation.
   • In plants, impregnation follows the deposition of pollen on the stigma.
   • Artificial impregnation is common in livestock breeding programs.
   • The impregnation rate in the trial was monitored and recorded daily.

   Synonymesconceptionfecundationfertilization