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absorbent

adjectivegeneral usecommon/ɐbsuɾˈvẽtɨ/ab·sor·ven·te

Definitions

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1

Having the ability to absorb liquids or other substances.

Usage examples

Cotton is a very absorbent material.
Use an absorbent cloth to clean up the spill.

Common combinations

absorbent paperabsorbent materialabsorbent capacity
2

Feminine hygiene product used during menstruation.

Usage examples

She bought a box of sanitary pads at the pharmacy.
Tampons are a common alternative.

Synonyms

Common combinations

sanitary padmaxi padpanty liner