(1):
(imp. & p. p.) of Saturate
(2):
(a.) Having its affinity satisfied; combined with all it can hold; - said of certain atoms, radicals, or compounds; thus, methane is a saturated compound. Contrasted with unsaturated.
(3):
(a.) Filled to repletion; holding by absorption, or in solution, all that is possible; as, saturated garments; a saturated solution of salt.