Definition of Absorbent
Absorbent
ab·sor·bent
Definition/Meaning
(adjective)
capable of soaking up or absorbing liquid easily and/or quickly;
e.g. A good towel is made of absorbent material so that it can efficiently dry things.
(noun)
an object, material, or substance that is capable of soaking up (absorbing) liquid quickly and/or easily;
e.g. She had placed a mat of absorbent on the floor too catch any spills.
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