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1. (n.) dehiscence
the splitting open of a part along its seam or abutting edges, as a fruit, capsule, or wound.
Etymology: (1820–30; < NL)
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1. (noun) dehiscence
(biology) release of material by splitting open of an organ or tissue; the natural bursting open at maturity of a fruit or other reproductive body to release seeds or spores or the bursting open of a surgically closed wound
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1. (noun) dehiscence
the act of gaping
2. (noun) dehiscence
a gaping or bursting open along a definite line of attachment or suture, without tearing, as in the opening of pods, or the bursting of capsules at maturity so as to emit seeds, etc.; also, the bursting open of follicles, as in the ovaries of animals, for the expulsion of their contents
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