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   absorptive

   /əbˈzɔːptɪv/

   adjective

   • 1. capable of absorbing energy, a liquid, or another substance: "material having a high absorptive capacity"

   Word Origin mid 17th century: from Latin absorpt- past participle of absorbere absorb.

   Scrabble Points: 17

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