imbibe meaning and definition

IMBIBE verb

Definition of imbibe (verb)

1. take in, also metaphorically
   • "The sponge absorbs water well"; "She drew strength from the minister's words"
   • synonyms: absorb, draw, soak up, sop up, suck, suck up, take in, take up
2. take (gas, light or heat) into a solution
   • synonyms: assimilate
3. take in liquids
   • "The patient must drink several liters each day"; "The children like to drink soda"
   • synonyms: drink
4. receive into the mind and retain
   • "Imbibe ethical principles"