absorption
noun
ab·sorp·tion
əb-ˈsȯrp-shən 
-ˈzȯrp-
1
a
: the process of absorbing something or of being absorbed
absorption of water
compare adsorption
b
: interception of radiant energy or sound waves
2
: entire occupation of the mind
his absorption in his work
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Examples of absorption in a Sentence
forgot to return the phone call due to his absorption in setting up the new computer system
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Therefore, isoleucine may theoretically affect the absorption and, thus, the efficacy of levodopa.
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Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 26 Nov. 2024
Drinking alcohol can interfere with sleep, gut health, and the absorption of essential micronutrients, all of which can have an effect on mood as well as lead to other health problems.
—Christina Manian, Health, 26 Nov. 2024
While the heat setting increases product absorption and brightens the skin, the cool setting is geared toward decreasing puffiness around the eyes.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 26 Nov. 2024
This design not only reduces weight but can also compress upon impact to increase power and shock absorption.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024
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Elizabeth Barnes, Verywell Health, 26 Nov. 2024
Drinking alcohol can interfere with sleep, gut health, and the absorption of essential micronutrients, all of which can have an effect on mood as well as lead to other health problems.
—Christina Manian, Health, 26 Nov. 2024
While the heat setting increases product absorption and brightens the skin, the cool setting is geared toward decreasing puffiness around the eyes.
—Jenny Berg, Allure, 26 Nov. 2024
This design not only reduces weight but can also compress upon impact to increase power and shock absorption.
—Molly Peck, USA TODAY, 21 Nov. 2024
See all Example Sentences for absorption
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absorption
noun
ab·sorp·tion
əb-ˈsȯrp-shən
-ˈzȯrp-
1
: the process of absorbing or being absorbed: as
a
: the passing of digested food through the wall of the intestines into the blood or lymph
b
: the stopping and taking in especially of radiant energy or sound waves
2
: entire occupation of the mind
Medical Definition
absorption
noun
ab·sorp·tion
əb-ˈsȯrp-shən, -ˈzȯrp-
1
: the process of absorbing or of being absorbed
absorption of nourishment in the small intestine
compare adsorption
2
: interception of radiant energy or sound waves
Legal Definition
absorption
noun
ab·sorp·tion
: the application to the states of rights guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution
while Powell [v. Alabama] was sometimes described as having absorbed the right to counsel, the Court there clearly limited any such absorption—W. R. LaFave and J. H. Israel
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