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canalization

[kuh-nal-uh-zey-shuh n, kan-l-]

noun

the formation of canals; the act of canalizing.

Biology. the development of an organism along relatively predictable pathways despite abnormality or injury.

Origin of canalization

First recorded in 1840–50; canalize + -ation

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canalization in Medicine

canalization

[kăn′ə-lĭ-zā′shən]

n.

The formation of canals or channels in tissue.

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