Definition

The process of absorbing something again, often used in biological or medical contexts to describe how the body takes back substances that were previously released.

Example

The resorption of bone tissue is a normal part of the healing process.

Conversation

I was reading about the process of resorption in the body.

Oh really? What did you find out about it?

It’s fascinating how our bodies can break down and reuse materials through resorption.

Yeah, it's amazing how efficiently the human body works!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Resorption is formed from "re-" (meaning again) and "sorbere" (meaning to suck in or absorb). The word describes the process of absorbing something again, often used in biological contexts to refer to the reabsorption of substances in the body.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sucking in' ('sorbere') something 'again' ('re-') — that's why resorption means absorbing something again.

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