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Biological Absorption
Definition 1
The process of penetration of a substance into a living organism. This process could involve specialized and/or non-specialized mechanisms, active transport or passive movement, and carrier system(s). The common routes of absorption in mammals include the organs of the respiratory and gastrointestinal systems, and the skin. (NCI Thesaurus)
Definition 2
The process of taking nutrients from the digestive system into the blood so they can be used in the body. (NCI Dictionary)
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