Definition of IMBIBITION

imbibition

Plural: imbibitions

Noun

  • (chemistry) the absorption of a liquid by a solid or gel
  • the act of consuming liquids
  • The act of imbibing.

Origin / Etymology

From Middle English imbibicion, inbibicioun, from Middle French imbibicion. By surface analysis, imbibe + -ition.

Synonyms

drinking, imbibing

Scrabble Score: 16

imbibition is a valid Scrabble (US) TWL word
imbibition is a valid Scrabble Word in Merriam-Webster MW Dictionary
imbibition is a valid Scrabble Word in International Collins CSW Dictionary

Words With Friends Score: 20

imbibition is a valid Words With Friends word