non-adsorptive
|non-ad-sorp-tive|
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/nɒn-ædˈsɔːrptɪv/
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/nɒn-ədˈsɔːptɪv/
(adsorptive)
surface adherence
Etymology
Etymology Information
'non-adsorptive' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'adsorptive', which comes from the Latin 'adsorbere', meaning 'to suck in'.
Historical Evolution
'adsorptive' changed from the Latin word 'adsorbere' and eventually became the modern English word 'adsorptive'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'adsorptive' meant 'to suck in', but over time it evolved into its current meaning of 'capable of adsorbing'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not capable of adsorbing substances.
The material is non-adsorptive, making it ideal for use in filtration systems.
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Last updated: 2025/05/22 02:04