What is the meaning of imbibe?

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

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