capsulization en · NOUN
Etymology
Etymology tree English capsulize Proto-Indo-European *-tis Proto-Indo-European *-Hō Proto-Indo-European *-tiHō Proto-Italic *-tiō Latin -tiō Latin -ātiōlbor. Old French -ationbor. Middle English -acioun English -ation English capsulization From capsulize + -ation.
Meanings
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(countable, uncountable) The act or process of capsulizing
This fable is a capsulization of a certain moral philosophy.
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(countable, uncountable) Formation of or into capsules or compartments
Modern society has led to a great capsulization of daily life.
Silicone implants can lead to capsulization and tissue damage.
Forms
| Spelling | Features | Labels | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| capsulizations | Number=Plur | lexicographic | |
| capsulisation | alternative | lexicographic |