Capsula

/kæpˈsuːlə/ noun

A small capsule or pouch-like structure, especially in medical terminology; the singular form of capsulae.

From Latin 'capsula' meaning small box or container, diminutive of 'capsa' (box). Used in anatomy and medicine to describe enclosed structures.

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