desorb

de·sorb

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Definitions of desorb word

verb desorb to change from an adsorbed state on a surface to a gaseous or liquid state 3
verb transitive desorb to remove (an adsorbed or absorbed material) by a chemical or physical process 3
verb with object desorb to remove an absorbate or adsorbate from (an absorbent or adsorbent). 1
noun desorb Cause the release of (an adsorbed substance) from a surface. 1
verb desorb (of a substance) To remove (or be removed) from a surface onto which it was adsorbed or through which it was absorbed. 0

before 1920

One of the 12% newest English words

1920-25; de- + -sorb, modeled on absorb

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A common word. It’s meaning is known to most children of preschool age. About 71% of English native speakers know the meaning and use the word.

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