ABSORPTION

Definition

1. noun (chemistry) a process in which one substance permeates another. — synonyms: soaking_up
2. noun (physics) the process in which incident radiated energy is retained without reflection or transmission on passing through a medium.
3. noun the social process of absorbing one cultural group into harmony with another. — synonyms: assimilation
4. noun the process of absorbing nutrients into the body after digestion. — synonyms: assimilation
5. noun complete attention. — synonyms: concentration, engrossment, immersion
6. noun the mental state of being preoccupied by something. — synonyms: preoccupation, preoccupancy, engrossment