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Meaning of sponge
A porous, absorbent material, typically made from cellulose or polyurethane, used for wiping, cleaning, or soaking up liquids.
Etymology of sponge
The word "sponge" originates from the Old French word "esponge," which is derived from the Latin word "spongia," meaning "sponge" or "sea sponge."
The Latin word "spongia" is thought to be derived from the Greek word "σπόγγος" (spóngos), which refers to a sea sponge.
The word has been used in English since the 14th century to refer to both the absorbent material and the aquatic animal.
Synonyms
Definitions
- A porous, absorbent material, typically made from cellulose or polyurethane, used for wiping, cleaning, or soaking up liquids.
- A primitive multicellular aquatic animal that filters food particles from the water.
- A person who lives at the expense of others, especially by continually taking food, money, or other resources from them.
Usage Examples
- She used a sponge to wipe down the kitchen counters.
- The sponge soaked up the spill quickly.
- The sea sponge is a simple, multicellular animal that filters food particles from the water.
- He's been living off his friends for months, acting like a sponge and taking advantage of their generosity.
Antonyms
repellent
nonabsorbent
impermeable
waterproof
water-repellent
resistant
impervious
dense
solid
hard
rigid
inflexible
unyielding
firm
tight
compact
sealed
closed
obstructive
blockage
barrier
hindrance