marginate

 
Biology

verb

Pronunciation: /ˈmɑːdʒɪneɪt/
[with object]
  • provide with a margin or border; form a border to: the nuclear chromatin is marginated at the nuclear membrane

adjective

Pronunciation: /ˈmɑːdʒɪnət/
  • having a distinct margin or border.

Derivatives

margination

Pronunciation: /-ˈneɪʃ(ə)n/
noun