sorbent
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/ˈsɔːrbənt/
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/ˈsɔːb(ə)nt/
absorbent material
Etymology
Etymology Information
'sorbent' originates from Latin, specifically the word 'sorbens,' where 'sorbere' meant 'to suck in or absorb.'
Historical Evolution
'sorbens' transformed into the English word 'sorbent' through scientific terminology.
Meaning Changes
Initially, it meant 'to suck in or absorb,' and this meaning has largely remained the same in modern usage.
Meanings by Part of Speech
Last updated: 2025/05/22 00:13