Definitions

1. noun

The process or action of absorbing something, such as a substance or energy.

“The plant’s roots performed rapid absorption of water from the soil.”

2. noun

The state of being absorbed, such as in a mental or emotional sense.

“After watching the movie, she felt a state of absorption in the characters’ emotions.”

3. noun

A device or system that absorbs something, such as sound or vibration.

“The soundproofing absorption in the recording studio helped minimize echo.”

4. noun

The amount or rate of absorption of something.

“The absorption rate of the new medication was significantly higher than expected.”

5. verb

To take in or receive something, such as energy, light, or sound.

“The tree absorbed sunlight to undergo photosynthesis.”

6. verb

To become completely engaged or immersed in something.

“She was absorbed in the novel, reading for hours on end.”

7. verb

To take something in or hold it within, such as a substance or energy.

“The sponge absorbed the liquid and became heavy.”