capsular

adjective

cap·su·lar | \ ˈkap-sə-lər

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Definition of capsular

1 : of, relating to, or resembling a capsule

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Some capsular devices, such as ingestible endoscopes (pillcams), are simply swallowed, making their location hard to pinpoint even in live patients. — Melissa Jayne Kinsey, Slate Magazine, "Going Out With a Bang," 26 Oct. 2017

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The first known use of capsular was in 1708

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capsular

adjective

cap·su·lar | \ ˈkap-sə-lər

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Medical Definition of capsular

: of, relating to, affecting, or resembling a capsule a capsular structure

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