The Only Use of
assimilate
in
A Wrinkle in Time
- I need fuel so I can sort things out and assimilate them properly.†
p. 44.7assimilate = take in, transform, or fit in
Definition:
take in, transform, or fit in
The exact meaning of assimilate can depend upon its context. For example:
- "assimilate to a new country" -- fitting into a prevailing culture
- "assimilate the information" -- transform information within the mind into understanding
- "assimilate the food" -- transform nutrients within the body for its use