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Absorbent

/əˈbzɔrbənt/
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(adj) Having the ability or tendency to absorb; able to soak up liquid easily; absorptive.

Buy me a package of absorbent cotton.
This towel is very absorbent.
CEFR Practice Quiz
Use an ____ cloth to clean up the spilled water on the floor.

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