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hy·per·ton·ic
 hypertonic
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- pronunciation:
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p
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ta
nihk
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adjective |
| definition 1: |
in chemistry, (of a solution) having a higher osmotic pressure than another solution.
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| definition 2: |
in physiology, of or pertaining to high tension in tissue, such as muscle tissue or arteries.
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