The Only Use of
assimilate
in
Ender's Game
- And you're a badge of public shame, because at every step you interfere with their efforts at assimilation into normal complying society.†
Chpt 3
Definition:
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(assimilate) take in, transform, or fit inThe 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