absorbency
noun
ab·sor·ben·cy əb-ˈsȯr-bən(t)-sē 
-ˈzȯr-
-ˈzȯr- plural absorbencies
1
: the quality or state of being absorbent
2
or absorbancy : absorbance
Example Sentences
Recent Examples on the Web The production of diapers involves assembling many layers of material at high speed with great precision to ensure optimal absorbency, superior leak protection and outstanding comfort. 
Tony Bradley, Forbes, 15 June 2022 Because a beach towel that ranks highly for softness, plushness, absorbency, and the ability to wick away pesky grains of sand is a must-have for time spent by the water, this under-$50 set of beach towels deserves some extra attention. Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 June 2022 This loose setting powder clocked perfect scores for oil absorbency and finish. Theresa Holland, PEOPLE.com, 22 July 2022 Terrycloth: Terrycloth isn't a fiber but is a type of fabric (usually cotton) that is woven with little loops of extra yarns that allow for extra absorbency from spills. Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 25 May 2022 Not only is a pair of these period undies equivalent to the absorbency of three tampons, but each purchase goes towards helping make sustainable period solutions accessible to all. Elizabeth Berry, Woman's Day, 26 July 2022 And for the women who are worried about absorbency levels, Proof’s products take care of all levels from super light to super heavy. Allyson Portee, Forbes, 1 July 2022 The best period underwear is stretchy, breathable, offers a sliding scale of absorbency levels, and is available in an inclusive size range. Sarah Madaus, SELF, 23 June 2022 The high-absorbency boyshorts from Bambody, Thinx, and Saalt are great for heavy days. Sarah Madaus, SELF, 23 June 2022 See More
Tony Bradley, Forbes, 15 June 2022 Because a beach towel that ranks highly for softness, plushness, absorbency, and the ability to wick away pesky grains of sand is a must-have for time spent by the water, this under-$50 set of beach towels deserves some extra attention. Carly Totten, Better Homes & Gardens, 9 June 2022 This loose setting powder clocked perfect scores for oil absorbency and finish. Theresa Holland, PEOPLE.com, 22 July 2022 Terrycloth: Terrycloth isn't a fiber but is a type of fabric (usually cotton) that is woven with little loops of extra yarns that allow for extra absorbency from spills. Emma Seymour, Good Housekeeping, 25 May 2022 Not only is a pair of these period undies equivalent to the absorbency of three tampons, but each purchase goes towards helping make sustainable period solutions accessible to all. Elizabeth Berry, Woman's Day, 26 July 2022 And for the women who are worried about absorbency levels, Proof’s products take care of all levels from super light to super heavy. Allyson Portee, Forbes, 1 July 2022 The best period underwear is stretchy, breathable, offers a sliding scale of absorbency levels, and is available in an inclusive size range. Sarah Madaus, SELF, 23 June 2022 The high-absorbency boyshorts from Bambody, Thinx, and Saalt are great for heavy days. Sarah Madaus, SELF, 23 June 2022 See More Word History
Etymology
absorb(ent) + -ency
First Known Use
circa 1703, in the meaning defined at sense 1
Kids Definition
absorbency
noun
ab·sor·ben·cy əb-ˈsȯr-bən-sē
-ˈzȯr-
: the quality or state of being able to draw in or soak up
Medical Definition
absorbency
noun
ab·sor·ben·cy əb-ˈsȯr-bən-sē -ˈzȯr-
-ˈzȯr- plural absorbencies
1
: the quality or state of being absorbent
2
or absorbancy
-bən-sē
: absorbance