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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