take in, also metaphorically; The sponge absorbs water well; She drew strength from the ministers words

[ Syn: absorb , suck , soak up , sop up , suck up , draw , take in , take up ]

take (gas, light or heat) into a solution

[ Syn: assimilate ]

take in liquids; The patient must drink several liters each day; The children like to drink soda

[ Syn: drink ]

receive into the mind and retain; Imbibe ethical principles'