Meaning Of The Word Capsid

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Capsid Meaning

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What's The Definition Of Capsid?

capsid in American English
the outer coat of a virus usually composed of layers of various proteins

capsid in American English 1
noun: the coiled or polyhedral structure, composed of proteins, that encloses the nucleic acid of a virus

capsid in American English 2
noun

capsid in British English 1
noun: any heteropterous bug of the family Miridae (formerly Capsidae), most of which feed on plant tissues, causing damage to crops

capsid in British English 2
noun: the outer protein coat of a mature virus

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