absorbencies
n. C1 Advanced ab·sorben·cies
n. the ability of a material to soak up or take in liquid or gas. It is often used to describe how well a sponge or paper can hold water.
n. the capacity of a substance to take in or soak up another substance, such as a liquid or gas. Often refers to the physical properties of porous materials.
The paper towels have high absorbencies.
Engineers tested the absorbencies of various fabrics to find the best material for oil spill cleanup.
The technical specifications for the new filter media highlight its exceptional absorbencies, allowing it to capture microscopic particles while maintaining a high flow rate of water.