1. makes or becomes completely wet by leaving in liquid for a period of time
Usage: third person singular present
2. absorbs liquid
Usage: third person singular present
3. charges an excessive amount of money
Usage: third person singular present; informal

1. periods of soaking or the act of soaking
Usage: plural

Examples

• She soaks the beans overnight before cooking them.
• The sponge soaks up all the spilled water.
• Rain soaks through his jacket during the storm.
• The mechanic soaks his customers with high repair bills.
• Long soaks in the bathtub help her relax.
• The fabric soaks evenly when dyed properly.
• He soaks his sore feet in warm salt water.