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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Throughout the testing period, participants recorded how their skin looked and felt, then rated each cream across key factors, including texture, absorption, overnight hydration, and compatibility with existing routines.
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Jenny Berg, InStyle, 4 June 2026
Folate Deficiency Folate deficiency is uncommon, but can occur in pregnancy, conditions impacting nutrient absorption, and alcohol use disorder.
—Angela Ryan Lee, Verywell Health, 4 June 2026
In dry climates, where rainfall is limited but dew may be common, an extensive network of shallow roots may be better equipped to maximize absorption of any moisture that touches the soil.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 4 June 2026
In many cases, the challenge comes from the fact that successful transformation requires absorption within many facets of the organization while also representing both a technical and non-technical shift.
—Nisha Talagala, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
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Jenny Berg, InStyle, 4 June 2026
Folate Deficiency Folate deficiency is uncommon, but can occur in pregnancy, conditions impacting nutrient absorption, and alcohol use disorder.
—Angela Ryan Lee, Verywell Health, 4 June 2026
In dry climates, where rainfall is limited but dew may be common, an extensive network of shallow roots may be better equipped to maximize absorption of any moisture that touches the soil.
—Joshua Siskin, Oc Register, 4 June 2026
In many cases, the challenge comes from the fact that successful transformation requires absorption within many facets of the organization while also representing both a technical and non-technical shift.
—Nisha Talagala, Forbes.com, 1 June 2026
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 5 Jun. 2026.
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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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