pseudocapsule

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noun

A structure, similar to a capsule, that surrounds some carcinomas

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Meanings

nounpseudocapsule (plural pseudocapsules)

plural pseudocapsules

  1. A structure, similar to a capsule, that surrounds some carcinomas

    Understanding of pseudocapsule development may reveal new therapeutic targets.

    2015 July 6, Darlene K. Taylor et al., “Recent scientific advances in leiomyoma (uterine fibroids) research facilitates better understanding and management”, in F1000Research, volume 4, →DOI

Origin

From pseudo- + capsule.

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APA

pseudocapsule. (n.d.). In WatkinsX Dictionary. Retrieved November 3, 2026, from https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/pseudocapsule

MLA

“pseudocapsule.” WatkinsX Dictionary, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/pseudocapsule. Accessed November 3, 2026.

Chicago

WatkinsX Dictionary, s.v. “pseudocapsule,” accessed November 3, 2026, https://dictionary.watkinsx.com/word/pseudocapsule.

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