vesicular

adjective

ve·sic·u·lar | \ və-ˈsi-kyə-lər

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Definition of vesicular

1 : containing, composed of, or characterized by vesicles vesicular lava

2 : having the form or structure of a vesicle

3 : of or relating to vesicles

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Recent Examples on the Web Subsequent archaeological work revealed a 16- by 13-foot room, likely part of Cortés’ home, made of basalt and vesicular lava stones. — Claire Bugos, Smithsonian Magazine, 15 July 2020

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“Vesicular.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vesicular. Accessed 24 Jun. 2021.

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vesicular

adjective

ve·sic·u·lar | \ və-ˈsik-yə-lər, ve-

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Medical Definition of vesicular

1 : characterized by the presence or formation of vesicles a vesicular rash

2 : having the form of a vesicle a vesicular lesion

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