The Only Use of "assimilate" in "Lord of the Flies"

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assimilate
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Lord of the Flies
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He ceased to work at his tooth and sat still, assimilating the possibilities of irresponsible authority.†
p. 160.1

assimilating = taking in, transforming, or fitting in

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(1) (assimilate)
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
(2) (meaning too rare to warrant focus)