assimilation

/əˌsɪməˈleɪʃən/
noun
  1. The process of taking in and fully understanding information or ideas.
    • Her rapid assimilation of the material impressed the teacher.
    • The assimilation of new knowledge takes time and practice.
    • The course focuses on the assimilation of key concepts.
  2. The process of absorbing and digesting food or nutrients.
    • Proper assimilation of nutrients is essential for good health.
    • The body's assimilation of vitamins decreases with certain illnesses.
    • The medication can interfere with the assimilation of iron.
  3. The process by which a person or group becomes part of a different culture or society.
    • The assimilation of immigrants into the local culture can take generations.
    • The government promoted policies of cultural assimilation.
    • Many indigenous groups resisted forced assimilation.
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