adjective
not capable of being absorbed or soaked up
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Nonabsorbable sutures are often used in surgeries where long-term wound support is needed.
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You'll need to get nonabsorbable stitches for that cut so they last longer.
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Make sure they use the nonabsorbable stuff for your stitches, it's stronger.
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His nonabsorbable attitude towards change made it difficult for the team to progress.