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inspissation
1. Thickening of a liquid by evaporation or the absorption of fluid.
2. Diminished fluidity or increased thickness.
3. Geochemistry; specifically, the thickening of an oil deposit over time; such as, gases and lighter fractions that evaporate or oxidize, leaving behind the heavier fractions; for example, after long exposure in pitch (thick, dark, sticky substances) or gum formation resulting in asphalt or other elements.
2. Diminished fluidity or increased thickness.
3. Geochemistry; specifically, the thickening of an oil deposit over time; such as, gases and lighter fractions that evaporate or oxidize, leaving behind the heavier fractions; for example, after long exposure in pitch (thick, dark, sticky substances) or gum formation resulting in asphalt or other elements.
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spiss-, -spiss +
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