Definition

A very small capsule that holds substances like medicine or glue, which are released when the capsule is broken, melted, or dissolved.

Example

The scientist used a microcapsule to deliver the medication directly to the patient's cells.

Conversation

Have you heard about the new microcapsule technology for medicine?

Yeah, I read it can help deliver drugs more effectively.

That's really interesting! I wonder how they actually make those microcapsules.

I think they use special materials that dissolve at different rates.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Microcapsule → It is formed from "micro-" (from Greek "mikros", meaning small) and "capsule" (from Latin "capsula", meaning a small container). The word "microcapsule" refers to a small container used to encapsulate substances.

Memory Tip

Think of something that is a 'small' ('micro-') 'container' ('capsule') — that's why a microcapsule is a tiny container.

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