1. to make or become completely wet by leaving in liquid for a period of time
2. to absorb liquid
3. to charge someone an excessive amount of money
Usage: informal

1. an act or period of soaking

Examples

• Soak the beans overnight before cooking them.
• The rain soaked through my jacket.
• She likes to soak in a hot bath after work.
• The sponge will soak up the spilled water.
• That restaurant really soaked us for dinner.
• The clothes need a good soak to remove the stains.
• Let the dishes soak in soapy water.