resorb
Intermediate (B1)
IPA: /rɪˈzɔːb/
KK: /rɪˈzɔrb/
intransitive verb
Definition
To absorb again or to take back into the body, especially in a biological context.
Example
The body can resorb minerals from the bones when needed.
Tense Forms
Past: resorbed
Past Participle: resorbed
Conversation
I read that some bones can resorb calcium when needed.
That's interesting! I didn't know bones could do that.
Yeah, it’s amazing how our bodies adapt and resorb what they need.
Definitely! Our bodies are pretty smart like that.
Synonyms & Antonyms
Synonyms
absorb
reabsorb
assimilate
Antonyms
excrete
release
discharge
transitive verb
Definition
To dissolve and take back into the body or system, often referring to substances like bone tissue.
Example
The body can resorb calcium from the bones when needed.
Tense Forms
Past: resorbed
Past Participle: resorbed
Conversation
Did you know that bones can actually resorb over time?
Really? I had no idea that could happen!
Yeah, it’s part of how our body maintains itself.
Root Explanation
Resorb is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "sorbere" (meaning to suck or absorb). The word describes the process of absorbing something again, often used in a biological context where substances are reabsorbed by the body.
Memory Tip
Think of 'sucking' something 'again' — 're-' means again, and 'sorbere' means to absorb. This helps you remember that resorb means to absorb again.
Visually Confused Words
reabsorb
sorb
preabsorb