absorbency

noun

ab·​sor·​ben·​cy əb-ˈsȯr-bən(t)-sē How to pronounce absorbency (audio) -ˈzȯr- How to pronounce absorbency (audio)
plural absorbencies
1
: the quality or state of being absorbent
2
or absorbancy : absorbance

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Cotton loop bath mat: $27.99 Cotton loop mats are another popular choice due to their softness, absorbency and natural feel. Jené Luciani Sena, Fox News, 18 Jan. 2025 The heat will cause the cellulose fibers to deteriorate, causing the cloth to shrink substantially and lose absorbency. Nafeesah Allen, Better Homes & Gardens, 22 Jan. 2025 The absorbency options range from light to super heavy, with inclusive sizing from XS to XXXXL. Leilani McQuay, Glamour, 23 Jan. 2025 Testers considered performance across four primary categories: efficacy, texture and experience, absorbency, and packaging. Jennifer Hussein, Allure, 18 Dec. 2024 See All Example Sentences for absorbency

Word History

Etymology

absorb(ent) + -ency

First Known Use

circa 1703, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of absorbency was circa 1703

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“Absorbency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/absorbency. Accessed 10 Mar. 2025.

Medical Definition

absorbency

noun
ab·​sor·​ben·​cy əb-ˈsȯr-bən-sē How to pronounce absorbency (audio) -ˈzȯr- How to pronounce absorbency (audio)
plural absorbencies
1
: the quality or state of being absorbent
2
or absorbancy : absorbance

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