filtration

fil·tra·tion

noun \fil-ˈtrā-shən\

Definition of FILTRATION

1

: the process of filtering

2

: the process of passing through or as if through a filter; also : diffusion

First Known Use of FILTRATION

1605

Rhymes with FILTRATION

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fil·tra·tion

noun \fil-ˈtrā-shən\   (Medical Dictionary)

Medical Definition of FILTRATION

1

: the process of filtering

2

: the process of passing through or as if through a filter; also : diffusion <the kidney produces urine by filtration>