Cohesion, along with adhesion (attraction between unlike molecules), helps explain phenomena such as meniscus, surface tension and capillary action. Mercury in a glass flask is a good example of the effects of the ratio between cohesive and adhesive forces.
Definition of aspire for English Language Learners : to want to have or achieve something (such as a particular career or level of success) ASPIRE Defined for Kids
V to n/-ing They aspired to be gentlemen, though they fell far short of the ideal. V to-inf â aspiring. aspire (aspires 3rd person present) (aspiring present participle) (aspired past tense & past participle) If you aspire to something such as an important job, you have a strong desire to achieve it. verb.