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pli·ca·tion (plī kās̸hən)

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
  1. plicature
  2. plier
  3. pliers
  4. plight
  5. plimsolls
  6. plink
  7. plinth
  8. Pliny
  9. plio-
  10. Pliocene