imbibition (Meaning)
Wordnet
imbibition (n)
(chemistry) the absorption of a liquid by a solid or gel
the act of consuming liquids
Webster
imbibition (n.)
The act or process of imbibing, or absorbing; as, the post-mortem imbibition of poisons.
Synonyms & Antonyms of imbibition
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imbibition Sentence Examples
- The dry sponge eagerly imbibed the spilled water, becoming plump and absorbent.
- The parched soil imbibed the rainfall, quenching its thirst and nourishing the crops.
- The thirsty roots of the plant imbibed water from the surrounding soil, sustaining its life.
- The paper towel imbibed the ink spilled on it, turning into a dark blotch.
- The skin imbibed the lotion, leaving it feeling soft and moisturized.
- The porous rock imbibed the oil, creating a potential reservoir.
- The fabric imbibed the dye, taking on a vibrant new hue.
- The sponge imbibed the cleaning solution, becoming a formidable cleaning tool.
- The plant leaves imbibed carbon dioxide from the atmosphere, using it for photosynthesis.
- The soil imbibed the fertilizer, providing essential nutrients for plant growth.
FAQs About the word imbibition
(chemistry) the absorption of a liquid by a solid or gel, the act of consuming liquidsThe act or process of imbibing, or absorbing; as, the post-mortem imbibiti
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The dry sponge eagerly imbibed the spilled water, becoming plump and absorbent.
The parched soil imbibed the rainfall, quenching its thirst and nourishing the crops.
The thirsty roots of the plant imbibed water from the surrounding soil, sustaining its life.
The paper towel imbibed the ink spilled on it, turning into a dark blotch.
