Word Finder - absorbent

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Anything which absorbs.

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(pluralized) The vessels by which the processes of absorption are carried on, as the lymphatics in animals, the extremities of the roots in plants.

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Any substance which absorbs and neutralizes acid fluid in the stomach and bowels, as magnesia, chalk, etc.; also a substance, e.g., iodine, which acts on the absorbent vessels so as to reduce enlarged and indurated parts.

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A liquid used in the process of separating gases or volatile liquids, in oil refining.

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Having the ability or tendency to absorb; able to soak up liquid easily; absorptive.

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Those paper towels were amazingly absorbent. That was quite a spill.

In special cases, such as the preparation of edible oils and fats, a further improvement in colour and greater purity is obtained by filtering the oils over charcoal, or over natural absorbent earths, such as fuller's earth.

It will become more absorbent each time, for the first 10 washes.

Large quantities of ground mica are used in the manufacture of wall-paper, and to produce a frosted effect on toys, stage scenery, &c. Powdered mica is also used in the manufacture of paints and paper, as a lubricant, and as an absorbent of nitro-glycerine and disinfectants.

During this season the rivers, which are roaring torrents throughout the monsoon, are almost all lost in the dry, absorbent plains.

The damping of all absorbent surfaces, such as the floors or bare walls, &c., is frequently necessary several times a day in the growing season, so as to keep up a humid atmosphere; hence the advantage of laying the floors a little rounded, as then the water draws off to the sides against the kerbstone, while the centre remains dry for promenaders.

On the other hand, water should be given generously in hot weather, also when absorbent stone is used or when the concrete is not rammed.

They may be separated in a similar way by concentrated sulphuric acid, which has the same absorbent effect on the one class, and not on the other.

The same absorbent' quantitatively takes up any halogen and sulphur which may be present.

The method consists in comparing the intensity after transmission through a layer of known thickness of the absorbent with the intensity of light from the same source which has not passed through the medium, k being thus obtained for various thicknesses and found to be constant.

Stop any obvious bleeding by applying pressure with an absorbent pad.

An extremely absorbent terry diaper, with a fold out booster, which speeds up drying time.

For very absorbent surfaces dampen the surface down first with a damp cloth or sponge.

You can also use alfalfa or rabbit pellets which are absorbent and edible.

If a wound is so dry that it needs a moistened dressing, then it is unsuitable for an absorbent alginate or hydrofibre dressing.

Spill control equipment including, spill pillows, absorbent pads, drum berms, drain plugs, hand pumps, neutralization solutions.

The 18 strength honey is impregnated into highly absorbent alginate fiber dressings - ideal for dressing wounds.

All Attends products give outstanding skin dryness, thanks to a double core with super absorbent material.

All these dressings should not require a secondary dressing, as their absorbent padding should absorb minimal exudate from the wound.

This open network structure allows exudate to seep out onto a covering absorbent dressing.

Even the use of absorbent granules to remove these spills can be a hazard.

Thereafter, the lather should be toweled dry with a clean absorbent towel.

The printed emulsion surface is water absorbent and ideal for gum tragacanth which leaves less of a smear than most adhesives.

The color warp and the connecting weft being absorbent maintain the uniform tension of the weaving.

Made to look and feel like normal underwear, Overnight Undies are very absorbent and are great for night time wetters.

In one the absorbent is placed at the bottom, and the substance to be dried above.

Fused calcium chloride is the commonest absorbent; but it must not be used with alcohols and several other compounds, since it forms compounds with these substances.

They are absorbent and washable, making them a popular choice among cloth diaper lovers.

She combined her diaper cover, called a Boater, with absorbent material to create the first disposable.

In some cases, the dyes and super absorbent gels used in disposables can irritate baby's skin.

On the other hand, cloth diapers aren't as absorbent, and baby's skin can become irritated from too much exposure to wetness.

Training pants should not be super absorbent, though.

Cloth diapers must be thick to be absorbent; therefore, you need a strong diaper pin to slide through the fabric without bending.

Absorbent-Look for bras which are made of absorbent and breathable material like 100 percent cotton or a cotton/Lycra blend.

Wirefree nursing bras-For those who prefer a wireless fit, the Playtex wirefree bra combines absorbent wicking fabric with banded comfort and easy nursing access.

Egyptian cotton produces the longest threads and is the softest and most absorbent.

Standard cotton is of a lesser quality than the other two types, but it is absorbent and lasts a long while.

However, don't discount synthetic fibers entirely as there are some newer synthetics that are incredibly soft and may be even more absorbent than some natural fibers.

Modal and microfiber towels are light weight and purported to be as much as 50 percent more absorbent than cotton.

Make your buying decision based on the thread count; the higher the thread count, the more absorbent the towel.

So, if you want a light but absorbent towel to pack in your gym bag, dry your hair, or take to the beach, look for a low GSM.

It's important to select towels that are absorbent and that you find to be comfortable.

Some diapers are extra absorbent and others have extra padding on the rear.

A main part of the helmet is made from an energy absorbent foam.

Disposable and absorbent puppy pads can come in handy to use in the bottom of a pet carrier if the cat has an accident en route to the vet.

These silica crystals are used to make an effective cat litter based on their highly absorbent qualities.

Clay, which is also a highly absorbent material, can form clay dust during usage and litter box cleanings.

At the very least, its extremely absorbent nature can cause an intestinal blockage.

However, it's from the admirably absorbent properties of clay litter that the controversy arises.

Clay litter is extremely absorbent and fairly effective at controlling odors.

Since clay is ultra absorbent, it can result in intestinal dehydration and possible blockages.