absorbency
noun
ab·sor·ben·cy
əb-ˈsȯr-bən(t)-sē 
-ˈzȯr-
-ˈzȯr-
plural absorbencies
1
: the quality or state of being absorbent
2
or absorbancy
: absorbance
Examples of absorbency in a Sentence
Recent Examples on the Web
These sheets didn’t perform very well in our absorbency tests, however, and stains also didn’t come out in the wash.
—
Kathleen Felton, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2025
Mop Head Material Typically, spin mop heads are made from microfiber material, which is synthetic but known for its high absorbency, ability to cut through dirt and grime, and is machine washable.
—Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 28 May 2025
How to Wash Bath Towels For best results, Sokolowski recommends washing bath towels in hot water with a natural detergent that effectively breaks down oils and bacteria while maintaining the towel's softness and absorbency.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 June 2025
Despite their thin profile, these towels provide excellent absorbency and take up less space for easy storage.
—Jené Luciani Sena, FOXNews.com, 11 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for absorbency
Examples are automatically compiled from online sources to
show current usage.
Read More
Opinions expressed in the examples do not represent those of Merriam-Webster or its editors.
Send us feedback.
Kathleen Felton, Better Homes & Gardens, 26 June 2025
Mop Head Material Typically, spin mop heads are made from microfiber material, which is synthetic but known for its high absorbency, ability to cut through dirt and grime, and is machine washable.
—Amanda Ogle, Southern Living, 28 May 2025
How to Wash Bath Towels For best results, Sokolowski recommends washing bath towels in hot water with a natural detergent that effectively breaks down oils and bacteria while maintaining the towel's softness and absorbency.
—Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 1 June 2025
Despite their thin profile, these towels provide excellent absorbency and take up less space for easy storage.
—Jené Luciani Sena, FOXNews.com, 11 Apr. 2025
See All Example Sentences for absorbency
Cite this Entry
“Absorbency.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/absorbency. Accessed 22 Jul. 2025.
Copy CitationMedical Definition
absorbency
noun
ab·sor·ben·cy
əb-ˈsȯr-bən-sē
-ˈzȯr-
-ˈzȯr-
plural absorbencies
1
: the quality or state of being absorbent
2
or absorbancy
: absorbance
Love words? Need even more definitions?
Merriam-Webster unabridged
Share