absorption

B2 · Upper Intermediate Uncountable noun Science Technical

n. the way a surface or material takes in energy like light, heat, or sound.

n. the process by which the energy of a photon or sound wave is taken up by matter, typically being transformed into internal energy.

“Darker colours increase the absorption of heat from the sun.”

“The acoustic panels were designed specifically for the absorption of low-frequency sound waves to prevent echoes in the recording studio.”

C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Formal

n. the state of being so interested in something that you do not notice anything else.

n. the state of being completely engrossed or occupied by a thought or activity.

“Her total absorption in the book meant she didn't hear the doorbell.”

“His complete absorption in the research project led him to neglect his social obligations for several months.”

C1 · Advanced Uncountable noun Academic · Formal

n. the process of a smaller group or company becoming part of a larger one.

n. the process of incorporating or integrating a smaller entity into a larger one.

“The absorption of the small firm into the global corporation took two years.”

“The successful absorption of the immigrant population into the local workforce required significant policy changes and community support.”