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Synonyms for capsule

Grammar : Adj, noun
Spell : kap-suh l, -sool, -syool
Phonetic Transcription : ˈkæp səl, -sul, -syul

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Définition of capsule

Origin :
  • 1650s, from French capsule "a membranous sac" (16c.), from Latin capsula "small box or chest," diminutive of capsa "box, case, chest" (see case (n.2)). Medicinal sense is 1875; shortened form cap is from 1942. Sense in space capsule is first recorded 1954. As an adjective from 1938. Related: Capsular.
  • adj shortened form
  • noun tablet, usually medicine
Example sentences :
  • Capsular: in the form of a capsule or little cup-like container.
  • Extract from : « Explanation of Terms Used in Entomology » by John. B. Smith
  • The capsule splits into four valves, something like a liverwort.
  • Extract from : « Elements of Structural and Systematic Botany » by Douglas Houghton Campbell
  • The capsule was on its back and Brandon was still strapped securely to the seat.
  • Extract from : « The Quantum Jump » by Robert Wicks
  • And maybe another ten to give the capsule time to slow down.
  • Extract from : « The Quantum Jump » by Robert Wicks
  • Is it the capsule of a plant, from which the lid has dropped, allowing the seeds to fall?
  • Extract from : « The Glow-Worm and Other Beetles » by Jean Henri Fabre
  • Parachute, capsule and timing device were of good workmanship.
  • Extract from : « The Good Neighbors » by Edgar Pangborn
  • He took out a capsule, uncapped it, and bent over the sleeper.
  • Extract from : « Uncle Sam's Boys in the Philippines » by H. Irving Hancock
  • This capsule will be lowered at the end of your opening address.
  • Extract from : « On the Trail of the Space Pirates » by Carey Rockwell
  • Billings poured the contents of the capsule into the palm of his hand.
  • Extract from : « El Diablo » by Brayton Norton
  • Billings extended the capsule and Slade examined it curiously.
  • Extract from : « El Diablo » by Brayton Norton

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