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ab·sorb
ab·sorb/əbˈzôrb/
verb
- take in or soak up (energy or a liquid or other substance) by chemical or physical action."buildings can be designed to absorb and retain heat"synonyms: soak up, suck up, draw up/in, take up/in, blot up, mop up, sponge up, sop up
- take up the attention of (someone); interest greatly."she sat in an armchair, absorbed in a book"synonyms: preoccupy, engross, captivate, occupy, engage, rivet, grip, hold, interest, intrigue, immerse, involve, enthrall, spellbind, fascinate, arrest, monopolize, distract, divert, entertain, amuse
Sep 23, 2024 · 8 meanings: 1. to soak or suck up (liquids) 2. to engage or occupy (the interest, attention, or time) of (someone); engross 3.
5 days ago · The meaning of ABSORPTION is the process of absorbing something or of being absorbed. How to use absorption in a sentence.
4 days ago · ABSORB Bedeutung, Definition ABSORB: 1. to take something in, especially gradually: 2. to reduce the effect of a physical force, shock….
Aug 7, 2024 · absorption, in wave motion, the transfer of the energy of a wave to matter as the wave passes through it.
4 days ago · absorption noun [U] (INTEREST). complete interest in something: Her absorption in her work is so great that she thinks about nothing else.
Sep 26, 2024 · variants or less commonly absorbant. Synonyms of absorbent. : able to absorb. as absorbent as a sponge. absorbent noun.
Jun 18, 2024 · 1 a : to take in (something, such as a liquid) in a natural or gradual way. Plant roots absorb moisture. — often used as be absorbed.
Sep 23, 2024 · If something absorbs a liquid, gas, or other substance, it soaks it up or takes it in.
Mar 31, 2024 · To soak up or take in a substance or energy. ... The sponge absorbed the water. ... Think of 'absorb' as a sponge that draws in liquids or feelings like shock.
Nov 21, 2023 · Wave absorption is a selective process. The object can only absorb the energy of the wave if the frequency of the atoms in both the object and wave correspond.