Adsorbing

/ˌæd.ˈsɔɹ.bɪŋ/ verb

Definition

Present participle of adsorb; the ongoing process of a substance attaching to a surface.

Etymology

From 'adsorb' with the present participle suffix -ing, standard English verb formation.

Kelly Says

Right now, adsorbing is happening everywhere around you—dust particles are sticking to surfaces, gases are clinging to materials, and even odors are being trapped by fabric fibers in a constant molecular dance.

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