Definitions

1. verb

to absorb or soak up a liquid

“The sponge will sorb the spill in a few minutes.”

2. verb

to attract or hold something, especially moisture or a gas

“The sorbent material in the air purifier will sorb pollutants from the air.”

3. noun

a substance that attracts and holds a gas or liquid

“The sorbent in the laboratory equipment is used to separate different compounds.”

4. noun

a person or thing that absorbs or soaks up something

“The sorb is a sponge that can soak up a lot of liquid.”