Adjective
/wɔːtər əbˈzɔːrbɪŋ/
The term "water absorbing" refers to the ability of a material or substance to take in or hold water. It is often used in contexts related to science, agriculture, construction, and various industries where moisture retention is relevant. The frequency of use tends to be more common in specialized or technical writing than in everyday conversation.
Water absorbing materials are essential for effective agriculture.
(Водопроницаемые материалы необходимы для эффективного сельского хозяйства.)
The water absorbing properties of certain fabrics make them ideal for outdoor gear.
(Водоотталкивающие свойства некоторых тканей делают их идеальными для наружной одежды.)
Researchers are developing new water absorbing polymers for environmental applications.
(Исследователи разрабатывают новые водопоглощающие полимеры для экологических приложений.)
While "water absorbing" may not have established idiomatic expressions, the individual terms can be part of various phrases. Here are a few examples:
Absorb like a sponge
"He can absorb information like a sponge, especially when it comes to water absorbing materials."
(Он может впитывать информацию как губка, особенно когда дело касается водопоглощающих материалов.)
Soak in
"It's important to soak in all the details about water absorbing techniques before starting the project."
(Важно впитать все детали о методах водопоглощения перед началом проекта.)
In hot water
"If you forget to use water absorbing agents in the mix, you could find yourself in hot water."
(Если ты забудешь использовать водопоглощающие агенты в смеси, ты можешь оказаться в трудном положении.)
The word "water" comes from Old English "wæter," which is of Germanic origin. The term "absorb" is derived from the Latin "absorbēre," meaning "to suck in, swallow up." Together, "water absorbing" combines these elements to describe a property related specifically to water.
Synonyms: moisture-retentive, hydrophilic (attraction to water)
Antonyms: water-repellent, hydrophobic (repulsion of water)