C1nounformalsciencehealth
US/əbˈzɔːrp.ʃən/
UK/əbˈzɔːp.ʃən/
the process of taking in a liquid, gas or nutrient, or of fully understanding new information
In context
Vitamin C improves the absorption of iron from vegetables in the body.
Plants depend on the absorption of water through their roots.
Quick absorption of new vocabulary is easier when you review it regularly.
Words that go with absorption
noun + preposition
- absorption ofThe absorption of nutrients takes place in the gut.
adjective + noun
- rapid absorptionThe medicine is designed for rapid absorption.
- poor absorptionPoor absorption can lead to vitamin deficiency.
noun + noun
- nutrient absorptionFiber can slow nutrient absorption.
- water absorptionCotton has high water absorption.
- absorption rateThe absorption rate of the drug depends on the dose.
Common mistakes
Incorrect:
the absorb of waterCorrect: the absorption of water