ectoplasm
noun
- the outer layer of the cytoplasm of a cell
- the luminous, vaporous substance believed by spiritualists to emanate from a medium in a trance
See ectoplasm in American Heritage Dictionary 4
(ĕkˈtə-plăzˌəm)
noun- Biology The outer portion of the continuous phase of cytoplasm of a cell, sometimes distinguishable as a somewhat rigid, gelled layer beneath the cell membrane.
a. The visible substance believed to emanate from the body of a spiritualistic medium during communication with the dead.
b. An immaterial or ethereal substance, especially the transparent corporeal presence of a spirit or ghost.
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