Definition of "interpenetration" [in•ter•pen•e•tra•tion]

• The act of penetrating between or within other substances; mutual penetration. (noun)

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• "In fact chivalry has been defined as the interpenetration of Christianity into the practice of arms: the chivalrous knight of the Middle Ages was not only a brave and skilful fighter, ready whenever occasion arose to reveal his prowess on the field of battle, but also he stood for utter chastity, for a high standard of honor, for the protection of the defenseless and the weak, and for mercy and humanity to a vanquished foe."
• "I echo that sentiment - could you also share with us any specifics of the rules that cover the manoeuvre - I'm thinking especially of "interpenetration"..."
• "Here's a useful quote from Karin Costelloe in reference to Bergson's theories of "interpenetration", a process whereby"