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intussuscept

[ in-tuhs-suh-sept ]

verb (used with object)

  1. to take within, as one part of the intestine into an adjacent part; invaginate.

intussuscept

/ ˌɪntəssəˈsɛpt /

verb

  1. tr; usually passive pathol to turn or fold (an organ or a part) inwards; invaginate

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Derived Forms

  • ˌintussusˈceptive, adjective

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Other Words From

  • intus·sus·ceptive adjective

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Word History and Origins

Origin of intussuscept1

First recorded in 1825–35; back formation from intussusception

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