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1. (n.) capsid
the coiled or polyhedral structure, composed of proteins, that encloses the nucleic acid of a virus.
Etymology: (1960–65; < F capside= L caps(a)case2+-ide -id1)
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1. (noun) mirid bug, mirid, capsid
a variety of leaf bug
2. (noun) capsid
the outer covering of protein surrounding the nucleic acid of a virus
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1. capsid
The outer protein protective shell of a virus, which protects the viral nucleic acid.
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