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pli·ca·tion (plī kā′s̸hən)

noun

  1. a folding or being folded
  2. a fold
  3. Geol. a fold or crumpling in layered rocks

Etymology: ME plicacioun < OFr < L plicare, to fold: see ply

plication Usage Examples

Noun used with modifier

  • suture: Suture plication reduced intra-articular volume an average of 19.0 % .

Browse dictionary entries near plication

  1. ‹ plicate
  2. ‹ plica
  3. ‹ pliant
  4. ‹ pliable
  5. ‹ pliability
  6. ‹ plié
  7. ‹ plexus
  8. ‹ plexor
  9. ‹ plexiglass
  10. ‹ Plexiglas
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  2. plier ›
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  4. plight ›
  5. plimsolls ›
  6. plink ›
  7. plinth ›
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