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Definition assimilation in British English

assimilation noun

[uncountable] noun
/əˌsɪmɪˈleɪʃ(ə)n/
1

the process of making new ideas or pieces of information part of your knowledge so that you can use them effectively

Example

the rapid assimilation of facts

Synonyms and related words
acquisition advanced assimilation
2

the process of becoming part of a community or culture

Example

the successful assimilation of many different peoples

Synonyms and related words
absorb absorption accept
3

the process of making use of food in the body, for example for growth and repair

Synonyms and related words
abdominal alimentary canal anal
Definition assimilation in British English