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absorbability

n.
C1 Advanced ab·sorba·bil·i·ty

n. the ability of a material to take in or soak up something else, like water or a chemical. It describes how easily a substance can be taken into another.

n. the capacity of a substance to take in or soak up another substance, such as water, light, or a chemical. Often used in scientific or technical contexts to describe physical or biological properties.


SIMPLE

The absorbability of the new fabric makes it perfect for sportswear.

CONTEXTUAL

Researchers are testing the absorbability of the soil to determine how much water it can hold during the dry season.

COMPLEX

The effectiveness of the medication depends largely on its absorbability through the intestinal lining, which varies significantly between different formulations of the same active ingredient.

Origin

From absorb + -ability.

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