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 Definitions of hypertonic  [ˌhaɪ pərˈtɒn ɪk]  

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Definition of 'hypertonic' Random House Webster's College Dictionary 

1. (adj.) hypertonic
pertaining to or affected with hypertonia.

2.  hypertonic
of or designating a solution of higher osmotic pressure than another

Etymology:  (1850–55)

Definition of 'hypertonic' Princeton's WordNet 

1. (adj) hypertonic
(of living tissue) in a state of abnormally high tension
"hypertonic muscle tissue"

2. (adj) hypertonic
(of a solution) having a higher osmotic pressure than a comparison solution

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