microcapsule

microcapsule
/muy"kroh kap'seuhl, -soohl, -syoohl/, n. Chem.
a tiny capsule, 20-150 microns in diameter, used for slow-release application of drugs, pesticides, flavors, etc.
[1960-65; MICRO- + CAPSULE]

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