superabsorbent

English

Etymology

super- + absorbent

Adjective

superabsorbent (comparative more superabsorbent, superlative most superabsorbent)

  1. Having the ability to absorb a great amount of fluid relative to its own mass

Derived terms

  • superabsorbent polymer

Noun

superabsorbent (plural superabsorbents)

  1. Any superabsorbent substance.
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