absorption
noun
ab·sorp·tion
əb-ˈsȯrp-shən 
-ˈzȯrp-
1
a
: the process of absorbing something or of being absorbed
absorption of water
compare adsorption
b
: interception of radiant energy or sound waves
2
: entire occupation of the mind
his absorption in his work
Examples of absorption in a Sentence
forgot to return the phone call due to his absorption in setting up the new computer system
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Because the amounts and absorption of benzene from these products are small, the risk is low.
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David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025
According to the new study, the Yarkovsky effect, a subtle force arising from the asteroid's uneven sunlight absorption and re-emission, can cause the space rock to drift inward over long periods, eventually leading to a near-Earth orbit.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Travel + Leisure has spoken with podiatrists over the years about the best shoes for travel, and their advice always leads us back to arch support, shock absorption, and proper alignment.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2025
Then, replace those kicks regularly; running shoes, for example, typically last about 300 to 400 miles before the foam loses its shock absorption ability.
—Cindy Kuzma, SELF, 4 Apr. 2025
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David Faris, MSNBC Newsweek, 11 Apr. 2025
According to the new study, the Yarkovsky effect, a subtle force arising from the asteroid's uneven sunlight absorption and re-emission, can cause the space rock to drift inward over long periods, eventually leading to a near-Earth orbit.
—Sharmila Kuthunur, Space.com, 8 Apr. 2025
Travel + Leisure has spoken with podiatrists over the years about the best shoes for travel, and their advice always leads us back to arch support, shock absorption, and proper alignment.
—Rosie Marder, Travel + Leisure, 7 Apr. 2025
Then, replace those kicks regularly; running shoes, for example, typically last about 300 to 400 miles before the foam loses its shock absorption ability.
—Cindy Kuzma, SELF, 4 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for absorption
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“Absorption.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/absorption. Accessed 18 Apr. 2025.
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absorption
noun
ab·sorp·tion
əb-ˈsȯrp-shən
-ˈzȯrp-
1
: the process of absorbing or being absorbed: as
a
: the passing of digested food through the wall of the intestines into the blood or lymph
b
: the stopping and taking in especially of radiant energy or sound waves
2
: entire occupation of the mind
Medical Definition
absorption
noun
ab·sorp·tion
əb-ˈsȯrp-shən, -ˈzȯrp-
1
: the process of absorbing or of being absorbed
absorption of nourishment in the small intestine
compare adsorption
2
: interception of radiant energy or sound waves
Legal Definition
absorption
noun
ab·sorp·tion
: the application to the states of rights guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution
while Powell [v. Alabama] was sometimes described as having absorbed the right to counsel, the Court there clearly limited any such absorption—W. R. LaFave and J. H. Israel
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