Dictionary Check: transpire
"transpire" is a valid word!
Scrabble
11
points
Words with Friends
13
points
Definition
verb
pass through the tissue or substance or its pores or interstices, as of gas
verb
exude water vapor
Example:
"plants transpire"
verb
come to light; become known
Example:
"It transpired that she had worked as spy in East Germany"
verb
come about, happen, or occur
Example:
"Several important events transpired last week"
verb
give off (water) through the skin
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