encapsulated

adjective

en·​cap·​su·​lat·​ed in-ˈkap-sə-ˌlā-təd How to pronounce encapsulated (audio)
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Synonyms of encapsulatednext
1
: surrounded by a gelatinous or membranous envelope
encapsulated water bacteria
2

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This renewing night cream uses encapsulated retinol, niacinamide, and ceramides to mildly exfoliate and balance the skin barrier by the morning. Sara Klausing, Men's Health, 13 Nov. 2022

Word History

First Known Use

1894, in the meaning defined at sense 1

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The first known use of encapsulated was in 1894

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“Encapsulated.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/encapsulated. Accessed 3 Jul. 2026.

Medical Definition

encapsulated

adjective
en·​cap·​su·​lat·​ed
: surrounded by a gelatinous or membranous envelope
an encapsulated drug
encapsulated bacteria

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