absorb transitive verb ab· sorb əb-ˈsȯ (ə)rb -ˈzȯ (ə)rb 1 : to take up especially by capillary, osmotic, solvent, or chemical action surgical sutures which can be absorbed by the body the blood in the lungs absorbs oxygen 2 : to transform (radiant energy) into a different form usually with a resulting rise in temperature

1. To take (something) in through or as through pores or interstices. a. To occupy the attention, interest, or time of; engross: The problem completely absorbed her. See Synonyms at engross. b. To take up or occupy (one's time or interest, for example).

absorb verb 1 as in to drink to take in (something liquid) through small openings most of the spilled water was absorbed by the tablecloth Synonyms & Similar Words Relevance drink …

to suck up or drink in (a liquid); soak up: A sponge absorbs water. to swallow up the identity or individuality of; incorporate: The empire absorbed many small nations. to involve the full …

Meaning of absorb in English. absorb verb [T] (TAKE IN) B2. to take something in, especially gradually: Plants absorb carbon dioxide. In cold climates, houses need to have walls ... absorb …

Britannica Dictionary definition of ABSORB [+ object] 1 a : to take in (something, such as a liquid) in a natural or gradual way A sponge absorbs water. Plant roots absorb moisture. a fabric that absorbs sweat — often used as (be) absorbed Water is absorbed by plants through their roots. nutrients that are absorbed into the body

absorb verb [T] (TAKE IN) B2 to take something in, especially gradually: Plants absorb carbon dioxide. In cold climates, houses need to have walls that will absorb heat. Towels absorb …

absorb verb / əbˈzoːb/ to soak up absorberen The roots of the plant absorb water and nutrients from soil. to take up the whole attention of (a person) absorberen He was completely absorbed …

11/12/2022 · absorb in British English (əbˈsɔːb , -ˈzɔːb ) verb (transitive) 1. to soak or suck up (liquids) 2. to engage or occupy (the interest, attention, or time) of (someone); engross 3. to receive or take in (the energy of an impact ) 4. physics to take in (all or part of incident radiated energy) and retain the part that is not reflected or transmitted

28/10/2022 · Absorption is the process by which end products of digestion pass through the mucosa cells into blood or lymph to be transported to various body cells. Substances absorbed are monosaccharides, amino acids, glycerol, fatty acids, vitamins, salts, etc. Significant Absorption occurs in the small intestine, followed by the large intestine.