absorbability
|ab-sorb-a-bil-i-ty|
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/əbˌzɔːrˈbɪlɪti/
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/əbˌzɔːˈbɪlɪti/
(absorb)
take in or soak up
Etymology
Etymology Information
'absorbability' originates from the Latin word 'absorbere,' where 'ab-' meant 'away' and 'sorbere' meant 'to suck.'
Historical Evolution
'absorbere' transformed into the French word 'absorber,' and eventually became the modern English word 'absorb' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to suck away,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to take in or soak up.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Noun 1
the quality or state of being able to absorb.
The absorbability of the sponge makes it ideal for cleaning spills.
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Last updated: 2025/04/08 00:06