absorbing

comparative more absorbing · superlative most absorbing

1. Engrossing, that sustains someone's interest.First known use First attested in the mid 18ᵗʰ century.

   an absorbing pursuit

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   It was a dramatic finish to an absorbing, fast-paced game but Blackburn will be deeply unhappy with referee Anthony Taylor as Nzonzi's handball was harsh.

   2011 October 29, Neil Johnston, “Norwich 3 - 3 Blackburn”, in BBC Sport

2. mathematicsAllowing a process to enter it, but not to leave it.

1. gerundparticiplepresentpresent participle and gerund of absorb

plural absorbings

1. Absorption.