In general, to act in a way which results in an object becoming completely permeated or impregnated by some quality.
To wet or stain an object completely with some physical quality.
To give form or character to; to inspire (with a given quality); to affect, influence (with a pervading principle, idea etc.).
To act as an informer; denounce.
To communicate knowledge to.
To impart information or knowledge.
Without regular form; shapeless; ugly; deformed.