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

Example Sentences

Recent Examples on the Web Price at time of publish: $55 Under the Canopy's towel-style bath mat uses a dense pile of 100% organic cotton for a minimal presentation with surprising absorbency. Neeti Mehra, Treehugger, 25 Jan. 2023 The soft-focus formula earned perfect scores for absorbency and finished look in our lab tests. Theresa Holland, PEOPLE.com, 22 July 2022 Our tester appreciated the design and material of the shorts more than the absorbency. Lacey Muinos, Health, 23 Jan. 2023 These days, for space walks astronauts wear what is essentially a high-tech diaper called a maximum absorbency garment. Avery Hurt, Discover Magazine, 1 Sep. 2021 The Good Housekeeping Institute Textiles Lab tests towels in the Lab by evaluating absorbency, drying time, shrinkage and weight loss after laundering. Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 2 Nov. 2022 Our pros were also impressed by their speed of absorbency in the Textiles Lab’s review. Good Housekeeping, 15 Dec. 2022 Saalt Now to November 28: Stock up on period-proof panties of all styles, sizes, and absorbency levels with 20 percent off sitewide at Saalt. Need more shopping inspiration? Sarah Han, Allure, 28 Nov. 2022 Tons of feedback in the review section includes shoppers' appreciation for the lightweight feel and fast-absorbency of the Squalane + Copper Peptide Rapid Plumping Serum. Sarah Byron, Peoplemag, 9 Nov. 2022 See More

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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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Cite this Entry

“Absorbency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/absorbency. Accessed 28 Mar. 2023.

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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