transude

[ tran-sood ]

verb (used without object)

, tran·sud·ed, tran·sud·ing.

1. to pass or ooze through pores or interstices, as a fluid.

transude

/ ˌtrænsjʊˈdeɪʃən; trænˈsjuːd /

verb

1. (of a fluid) to ooze or pass through interstices, pores, or small holes

Derived Forms

• transudation, noun
• tranˈsudatory, adjective

Word History and Origins

Origin of transude¹

1655–65; < New Latin trānsūdāre, equivalent to Latin trāns- trans- + sūdāre to sweat

Word History and Origins

Origin of transude¹

C17: from New Latin transūdāre , from Latin trans- + sūdāre to sweat

Example Sentences

The sun shone on his dilapidated garments and on his purple skin; it was almost black and seemed to transude blood.

From Project Gutenberg

The gums transude blood, and wherever pressure is brought to bear on the integument ecchymoses follow.

From Project Gutenberg