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absorbent
adjective
ab·sor·bent
əb-ˈsȯr-bənt
-ˈzȯr-
variants
or less commonly absorbant
: able to absorb
as absorbent as a sponge
absorbent
noun
or less commonly absorbant
Examples of absorbent in a Sentence
highly absorbent material that is really good for wiping off automobiles
Recent Examples on the Web
Japanese sushi chefs, with the aid of refrigeration, also began to mature fish by wrapping and stuffing them with absorbent towels, wicking away moisture.
—Caroline Hatchett, Robb Report, 10 May 2024
Middle: To ensure absorbency, this layer should be made of microfiber super absorbent fabric such as cotton, bamboo, or wool.
—Nicole Crawford, Verywell Health, 6 May 2024
The Bora Bora towel is no exception: It's made of a highly absorbent fabric called AbsorbLite that uses rapid drying technology to avoid that still-damp feeling.
—Paris Wilson, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 May 2024
The thick microfiber shags are absorbent and were soft under our feet.
—Kate Oczypok, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 Apr. 2024
Polyester is a synthetic material that’s much less absorbent and may leave your little one sweaty and clammy.
—Kelsey Kunik, Parents, 10 Apr. 2024
The absorbent polymer beads are often marketed as colorful, slimy, sensory items for kids to play with.
—Katie Mogg, NBC News, 20 Mar. 2024
Stick to styles that are not only breathable but also absorbent, especially during your postpartum period.
—Nikita Charuza, Peoplemag, 20 Feb. 2024
These Turkish cotton towels are safe from harmful substances, gentle on the skin, and highly absorbent.
—Moriah Mason, Southern Living, 12 Feb. 2024
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“Absorbent.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/absorbent. Accessed 23 May. 2024.
Kids Definition
absorbent
adjective
ab·sor·bent
əb-ˈsȯr-bənt
-ˈzȯr-
: able to absorb
as absorbent as a sponge
absorbency
noun
əb-ˈsȯr-bən-sē
-ˈzȯr-
absorbent
noun
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