Absorber

Pronunciation: /əbˈsɔːrbər/

Definitions of absorber

noun a material or device that absorbs sound, heat, or other energy

Example Sentences

A1 A sponge is a good water absorber.

A2 The paper towel acts as a great oil absorber in the kitchen.

B1 The air filter in the car is an effective dust absorber.

B2 The sound absorber panels in the recording studio help to reduce echoes.

C1 The chemical absorber in the air purifier traps pollutants and odors effectively.

C2 The shock absorber in the car suspension system provides a smooth ride over rough terrain.

Examples of absorber in a Sentence

formal The car's shock absorber helps to dampen vibrations from the road.

informal I need to replace the absorber in my headphones; the sound quality is terrible.

slang That new skincare product is a great oil absorber for my shiny T-zone.

figurative She acted as an emotional absorber for her friends, always listening and providing support.

Grammatical Forms of absorber

• past tense: absorbed
• plural: absorbers
• comparative: more absorbent
• superlative: most absorbent
• present tense: absorbs
• future tense: will absorb
• perfect tense: has absorbed
• continuous tense: is absorbing
• singular: absorber
• positive degree: absorbent
• infinitive: absorb
• gerund: absorbing
• participle: absorbing

Origin and Evolution of absorber

First Known Use: 1601 year

Language of Origin: Latin

Story behind the word: The word 'absorber' originated from the Latin word 'absorbere', which means to swallow up or engulf.

Evolution of the word: Over time, the word 'absorber' has retained its original meaning of absorbing or soaking up something, but it has also evolved to be used in various contexts such as technology and psychology.