vacuolation

noun

vac·u·o·la·tion ˌva-kyə-(ˌ)wō-ˈlā-shən

: the development or formation of vacuoles

Word History

Etymology

vacuole + -ation

First Known Use

1858, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of vacuolation was in 1858

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“Vacuolation.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vacuolation. Accessed 14 Feb. 2026.

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vacuolation

noun

vac·u·o·la·tion ˌvak-yə-(ˌ)wō-ˈlā-shən

: the development or formation of vacuoles

neuronal vacuolation

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