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absorption

Pronunciation: [əbˈzɔːrpʃən]

Word

Context: “science”

(noun) the process of taking in something, like liquids or energy. It happens when something soaks up water or a sponge takes in liquid.

Example

The absorption of water by the plant's roots helps it grow.

Example

The absorption of the oil by the paper did not happen as expected.

Example

How does the absorption of sunlight help plants?

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