invaginate

/ɪnˌvædʒəˈneɪt/
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Other forms: invaginated; invaginating

Definitions of invaginate
  1. verb
    sheathe
    “The chrysalis is invaginated”
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    type of:
    sheathe
    cover with a protective sheathing
  2. verb
    fold inwards
    “some organs can invaginate”
    synonyms: introvert
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    types:
    intussuscept
    introvert or invaginate
    type of:
    draw in, retract
    pull inward or towards a center
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