Definition: The ability of paper to absorb and hold ink or other liquids is absorbency. Papers with less absorbency may smear more easily but may also provide more vibrant color and crisp text than papers with greater absorbency.
Also Known As: ink absorption
Common Misspellings: absorpency
Examples:
Photos printed on inkjet photo papers are more brilliant in color but must be allowed to dry longer before handling than photos printed on regular paper. That's because inkjet photo papers have less absorbency than regular printer paper which has more absorbency and wrinkles easily when a lot of ink is applied (as in high quality photo printing).