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Definition of nonabsorbent

nonabsorbent

/ˌnɑːn.əbˈzɔːr.bənt/
non · ab · sorb · ent
Plural:nonabsorbents
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nonabsorbent Lexical Profile

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• adjective

1

Incapable of absorbing or soaking up liquids, moisture, or energy; impervious.

Example

"Laboratory countertops are typically constructed from nonabsorbent materials to prevent chemical contamination."

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• noun

1

A substance or material that does not absorb liquids or moisture.

Example

"Glass and glazed porcelain are common nonabsorbents used in sterile medical environments."

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• Rhymes for nonabsorbent

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