Encystment

noun

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Definitions

Noun
  1. 1
    The formation of a cyst. countable, uncountable
  2. 2
    The process of becoming enclosed by, or as if by, a cyst. countable, uncountable

Synonyms

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encystationencystation

Etymology

From en- + cyst + -ment.

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