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nonabsorbency

/ˌnɒn.əbˈzɔː.bən.si/

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noun

C2formalcommon/ˌnɒn.əbˈzɔː.bən.si/

uncountable

A noun referring to the property or quality of not being able to absorb liquids or other substances.

  • 🇷🇺Существительное, обозначающее свойство или качество неспособности впитывать жидкости или другие вещества.
  1. Property of repelling liquids C1 formal

    The quality or state of a material that does not soak up or take in liquids or moisture.

    • The nonabsorbency of the plastic makes it ideal for raincoats.
    • This fabric's nonabsorbency prevents stains from setting in.
    • The nonabsorbency of the coating protects the wood from water damage.

    🇷🇺Водоотталкивающие свойства

    Synonyms: hydrophobicityimpermeability

    Antonyms: absorbencypermeability

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