1. things that take in or soak up liquids, energy, or other substances
Usage: plural of absorber
2. devices that reduce the intensity of shock, vibration, or impact
Usage: technical; automotive

Examples

• Paper towels are excellent absorbers of spilled liquids.
• The car’s shock absorbers need to be replaced.
• Sound absorbers in the recording studio reduce echo.
• These materials act as heat absorbers in solar panels.
• Oil absorbers were used to clean up the spill.
• The new vibration absorbers made the machine much quieter.