absorbing
|ab/sorb/ing|
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/əbˈzɔrbɪŋ/
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/əbˈzɔːbɪŋ/
(absorb)
take in or soak up
Etymology
Etymology Information
'absorb' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'absorbere,' where 'ab-' meant 'away' and 'sorbere' meant 'to suck.'
Historical Evolution
'absorbere' transformed into the Old 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
Adjective 1
captivating or holding one's attention.
The book was so absorbing that I couldn't put it down.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:40