Definition

A material that can absorb or adsorb liquids or gases.

Example

The laboratory used a special sorbent to clean up the chemical spill.

Conversation

Have you heard about that new sorbent material they developed for cleaning up spills?

No, I haven't! What makes it so special?

It's designed to absorb liquids really quickly, which is super helpful in emergencies.

That sounds impressive! I can see how a good sorbent could save a lot of time.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

**Sorbent** → It is formed from "sorbere" (meaning to suck up or absorb) and the suffix "-ent" (indicating an agent or something that performs an action). The word "sorbent" refers to a substance that absorbs or soaks up another substance.

Memory Tip

Think of 'sorbere' meaning to 'suck up' — that's why a sorbent is something that absorbs or soaks up.

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