To immerse something in liquid for a period of time to make it wet or saturated. verb
She decided to soak the beans overnight to soften them.
He forgot to soak the shirt before washing it, so the stain didn't come out.
To be thoroughly wet or saturated with liquid. verb
After walking in the rain, his clothes were completely soaked.
The sponge soaked up all the spilled water on the counter.
To absorb or take in a lot of information or experience. verb
During the lecture, she tried to soak up as much knowledge as possible.
He spent the afternoon soaking in the atmosphere of the bustling city.