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noun, plural -stic·es 
[-stuh-seez, -stuh-siz] .
[-stuh-seez, -stuh-siz] . 1.
an intervening space.
2.
a small or narrow space or interval between things or parts, especially when one of a series of alternating uniform spaces and parts: the interstices between the slats of a fence.
3.
Roman Catholic Church. the interval of time that must elapse, as required by canon law, before promotion to a higher degree of orders.
4.
an interval of time.
Origin:
1595–1605; < Latin interstitium, equivalent to interstit-, variant stem of intersistere to stand or put between + -ium -ium
1595–1605; < Latin interstitium, equivalent to interstit-, variant stem of intersistere to stand or put between + -ium -ium
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in·ter·sticed, adjective
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Word Origin & History
interstice
c.1600, from L. interstitium "interval," lit. "space between," from inter- "between" + stem of stare "to stand" (see stet).
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Medical Dictionary
interstice in·ter·stice (ĭn-tûr'stĭs)
n. pl. in·ter·stic·es (-stĭ-sēz', -sĭz)
A small area, space, or hole in the substance of an organ or tissue.
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| interstice (ĭn-tûr'stĭs) Pronunciation Key
An opening or space, especially a small or narrow one between mineral grains in a rock or within sediments or soil. |
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