absorption

Word parts

absorb + -tion

Pronunciation

• IPA ^(key): /əbˈzɔ:p.ʃən/
• SAMPA: /@b"zO:p.S@n/

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• Hyphenation: ab‧sorp‧tion

Noun

Singular absorption

Plural absorptions

1. Absorption is taking in a gas or liquid through very small holes.
   • Synonym: soak up

   Good water absorption properties make sponges useful for soaking up water.

2. Absorption is the state of being completely occupied by something.
   • Synonyms: engrossment and immersion

   Sam's absorption in his book made him forget to eat dinner.

Related words

• absorb
• absorbed
• absorbing
• absorbent
• absorptive
• absorbency
• absorptivity