sorb

[US]/sɔːb/
[UK]/sɔrb/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.a type of tree known as the service tree
v.(to) absorb or adsorb
vt.to absorb or adsorb
Word Forms
Pluralsorbs

Phrases & Collocations

absorb energy

sorbent material

absorb moisture

sorb pollutants

absorb sound

sorbent filter

absorb shock

sorb chemicals

absorb light

sorbent agent

Example Sentences

the sponge can sorb water quickly.

plants sorb nutrients from the soil.

these materials are designed to sorb pollutants.

carbon filters sorb impurities effectively.

some fabrics can sorb moisture away from the skin.

researchers study how animals sorb chemicals.

the gel can sorb excess oil from the surface.

these beads are used to sorb moisture in packaging.

activated charcoal can sorb odors effectively.

some soils can sorb heavy metals from water.

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