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Capsule

CAPSULE, n. 1. The See d vessel of a plant; a dry membranaceous hollow pericarp, opening differently in different plants. It is composed of valves or outer covering, partitions, the columella or central pillar...

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CAPSULE, n.

1. The See d vessel of a plant; a dry membranaceous hollow pericarp, opening differently in different plants. It is composed of valves or outer covering, partitions, the columella or central pillar, and cells.

2. A small saucer, made of clay for roasting samples or ores, or for melting them.

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