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Soak up

To absorb or draw in a substance, especially all of that substance

📖 Definitions of "Soak up"

verb
  1. 1

    To absorb or draw in a substance, especially all of that substance

    "The tissue soaked up all of the spilled milk."

  2. 2

    (by extension) To absorb or deflect a series of actions; to endure a behavior from someone.

  3. 3

    To learn, especially passively or eagerly; to allow an experience to affect oneself

  4. 4

    To enjoy some effects.

    "soak up the sun"

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