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diapedesis

Pronunciation: /ˌdʌɪəpəˈdiːsɪs/

Definition of diapedesis

noun

[mass noun] Medicine
  • the passage of blood cells through the intact walls of the capillaries, typically accompanying inflammation.

Origin:

early 17th century: modern Latin, based on Greek dia 'through' + pēdan 'throb or leap'

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