encapsulate

encapsulate definition - medical

en·cap·su·late (ĕn-kăpˈsə-lātˌ)

verb
  1. To form a capsule or sheath around.
  2. To become encapsulated.

Related Forms:

  • en·capˌsu·laˈtion noun

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