absorption — the process of taking in and assimilating something completely
Part of speech: NOUN
Definition: the process of taking in and assimilating something completely
Pronunciation (IPA): /əbˈzɔːrpʃən/
Example Sentences
- My cat's absorption in the laser dot is so intense that it doesn't hear me calling.
- The absorption of calcium is important for bone health.
- His total absorption in Netflix shows led to a failed exam.
absorption
NOUN[/əbˈzɔːrpʃən/]
the process of taking in and assimilating something completely
The panicked waiter threw a massive dry sponge onto the spilled coffee, relying on its rapid absorption.
The fake volcano's messy eruption caused a major interruption, requiring the immediate absorption of the red liquid with thick towels.
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🎤Pronunciation
🌳Etymology
Origin
From Latin 'absorbere', composed of 'ab-' (away from) and 'sorbere' (to suck in or swallow). The word entered English in the 15th century through Old French, referring to the process of taking something in completely.
Breakdown
ab- (away from) + sorb (suck in, swallow) + -tion (noun suffix indicating process or action) = absorption
🎵Rhyme
🔗Collocations
📝Examples
“My cat's absorption in the laser dot is so intense that it doesn't hear me calling.”
“The absorption of calcium is important for bone health.”
“His total absorption in Netflix shows led to a failed exam.”
“The paper towel's absorption of the spilled coffee was impressive.”
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