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absorbent
[/əbˈzɔːrbənt/]
adjective/noun
pl: absorbents
absorvente
1.
Capable of soaking up or taking in liquid or moisture
This absorbent paper towel is perfect for cleaning spills.
Este papel absorvente é perfeito para limpar derramamentos.
2.
A material or substance that absorbs liquids
The nurse used an absorbent to stop the bleeding.
A enfermeira usou um absorvente para estancar o sangramento.
Synonyms
porous
spongy
permeable
receptive
Antonyms
impermeable
waterproof
nonabsorbent
repellent
Regional Variations
General Brazilian
absorvente
Most common term for absorbent materials
São Paulo
absorvente
Standard usage
Rio de Janeiro
absorvente
Standard usage
Portugal
absorvente
Standard usage, also used for feminine hygiene products
Related Idioms & Phrases
absorbent cotton
highly absorbent material
super absorbent polymer
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