endosmosis

/ɛndɒˈsɒməsɪs/

Definitions

1. noun

the movement of a solvent into a cell through a selectively permeable membrane, often resulting in swelling or osmotic pressure.

“The plant underwent endosmosis to absorb the water from the flooded field, which helped it survive the drought.”

Synonyms

  • osmosis
  • osmotic uptake

Antonyms

  • exosmosis
  • water expulsion