adsorptive
|ad-sorp-tive|
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/ædˈsɔːrptɪv/
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/ədˈsɔːptɪv/
surface adherence
Etymology
Etymology Information
'adsorptive' originates from the Latin word 'adsorbere,' where 'ad-' meant 'toward' and 'sorbere' meant 'to suck in.'
Historical Evolution
'adsorbere' transformed into the French word 'adsorber,' and eventually became the modern English word 'adsorb' through Middle English.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to suck in or absorb,' but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'to adhere to a surface.'
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
relating to or having the ability to adsorb substances.
The adsorptive properties of activated charcoal make it useful in water filtration.
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Last updated: 2025/05/13 18:51