inspissation

[in-spis-ey-shuhn]

inspissation Definition

  • 1the process of thickening or becoming more viscous
  • 2the state of being thickened or more viscous

Using inspissation: Examples

Take a moment to familiarize yourself with how "inspissation" can be used in various situations through the following examples!

  • Example

    The inspissation of the sauce made it difficult to pour.

  • Example

    The inspissation of the blood sample was necessary for testing.

  • Example

    The inspissation of the paint caused it to dry more slowly.

inspissation Synonyms and Antonyms

Phrases with inspissation

  • the thickening of semen due to prolonged abstinence or certain medical conditions

    Example

    The doctor advised him to ejaculate regularly to prevent inspissation of semen.

  • the thickening of mucus in the respiratory tract, often as a result of infection or inflammation

    Example

    The inspissation of mucus made it difficult for her to breathe.

  • the thickening of ink due to evaporation or exposure to air

    Example

    The inspissation of the ink caused the pen to stop working.

Origins of inspissation

from Latin 'inspissatus', past participle of 'inspissare', meaning 'to thicken'

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Summary: inspissation in Brief

Inspissation [in-spis-ey-shuhn] refers to the process of thickening or becoming more viscous. It can occur in various substances such as sauces, blood samples, and paints. Inspissation can also refer to the thickening of semen due to prolonged abstinence or certain medical conditions, the thickening of mucus in the respiratory tract, and the thickening of ink due to evaporation or exposure to air.