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Pore (Noun)

Any small opening in the skin or outer surface of an animal.

Nouns denoting body parts.

Any tiny hole admitting passage of a liquid (fluid or gas).

Nouns denoting two and three dimensional shapes.

The filter paper has tiny pores that allow air to pass through but block out dust particles.
The coffee maker uses a porous material with small pores to slowly drip the coffee into the pot.
The skin's pores can become clogged with dirt and oil, leading to acne and other skin problems.
The membrane has pores that are permeable to water but not to salt, making it useful for desalination.
The concrete's pores can absorb and retain water, making it more susceptible to freezing and cracking in cold temperatures.

A minute epidermal pore in a leaf or stem through which gases and water vapor can pass.