What is another word for adsorb?
Pronunciation: [ɐdsˈɔːb] (IPA) 
Adsorption is the process of molecules or particles adhering to a surface. Synonyms for adsorb include attract, cling, adhere, bond, stick, trap, and grip. Attraction describes the process of or force drawing two objects toward each other. Cling and adhere both describe the sticking of one surface to another. Bond conveys a more permanent attachment, while stick and grip suggest a strong hold. To trap refers to the capturing of something, while adsorption is more about chemicals on a surface. In summary, these synonyms describe the ability of particles to adhere to a surface, depending on the intensity of the bond.
