nonabsorbent
|non/ab/sorb/ent|
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/ˌnɒnəbˈzɔːrbənt/
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/ˌnɒnəbˈzɔːbənt/
resistant to absorption
Etymology
Etymology Information
'nonabsorbent' originates from the prefix 'non-' meaning 'not' and the word 'absorbent', which comes from Latin 'absorbere', meaning 'to suck in'.
Historical Evolution
'nonabsorbent' evolved from the combination of 'non-' and 'absorbent', which was derived from the Latin word 'absorbere'.
Meaning Changes
Initially, 'absorbent' meant 'capable of sucking in', and with the prefix 'non-', it evolved to mean 'not capable of sucking in'.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Adjective 1
not able to absorb liquids or moisture.
The nonabsorbent material is perfect for outdoor furniture.
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Last updated: 2025/01/11 11:45