absorbency

noun

ab·​sor·​ben·​cy əb-ˈsȯr-bən(t)-sē How to pronounce absorbency (audio) -ˈzȯr- How to pronounce absorbency (audio)
plural absorbencies
1
: the quality or state of being absorbent
2
or absorbancy : absorbance

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How to Wash Bath Towels For best results, Sokolowski recommends washing bath towels in hot water with a natural detergent that effectively breaks down oils and bacteria while maintaining the towel's softness and absorbency. Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 June 2025 Despite their thin profile, these towels provide excellent absorbency and take up less space for easy storage. Jené Luciani Sena, FOXNews.com, 11 Apr. 2025 Avoid fabric softeners, which can actually reduce the absorbency of performance fabrics. Brittany Talarico, People.com, 29 May 2025 These products can leave a coating that reduces the absorbency of the fabric and traps bacteria-causing odors. Jolie Kerr, Better Homes & Gardens, 25 Jan. 2025 See All Example Sentences for absorbency

Word History

Etymology

absorb(ent) + -ency

First Known Use

circa 1703, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of absorbency was circa 1703

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“Absorbency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/absorbency. Accessed 6 Jul. 2025.

Medical Definition

absorbency

noun
ab·​sor·​ben·​cy əb-ˈsȯr-bən-sē How to pronounce absorbency (audio) -ˈzȯr- How to pronounce absorbency (audio)
plural absorbencies
1
: the quality or state of being absorbent
2
or absorbancy : absorbance

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