soak
//soʊk//
Verb
soakInfinitive
soakPresent tense
soakedPast tense
soakedPast participle
soakingPresent participle
soaksThird-person singular
1
to make something completely wet by leaving it in liquid for a period of time
Soak the beans in water overnight.
2
to become completely wet by being left in liquid
Leave the beans to soak in water overnight.
3
to absorb liquid into something
Use a towel to soak up the spilled water.
4
to spend time relaxing in a bath or hot water
I like to soak in a hot bath after a long day.
Noun
1
an act or period of soaking something or being soaked in liquid
Give the dishes a good soak before washing them.