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absorb someone in(to) something [of a person or a group of people] to include someone in all the activities of the group; to integrate someone into something. The club absorbed the new members into the organization. absorb something in(to) something [of matter or substance] to draw something into itself. The sponge absorbed all the moisture into its fibers. absorb something with something to soak up a fluid with something. Henry absorbed the spilled milk with a sponge. absorb oneself in someone or something Fig. [for someone] to become very interested or preoccupied with something or someone else's interests. Tom would often absorb himself in his children's activities on weekends. See also: oneself How to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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