inclavate

/ɪnˈklæveɪt/

Definitions

1. verb

to cause to form or grow into a cavity or a closed space, especially in a plant

“The bacteria began to inclavate, forming small cavities in the tissue.”

2. verb

to cause to form or grow into a hollow or cavity

“The surgeon carefully inclavated the tumor to prevent it from spreading.”

3. verb

to cause to form or grow into a closed or enclosed space

“The cells began to inclavate, forming small vesicles that would eventually release their contents.”

Synonyms

  • enclose
  • encyst

Antonyms

  • expose
  • expose