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hypertonic

Hypertonic (adj) means having a greater osmotic pressure than another.

adj
1
Having a greater osmotic pressure than another.
2
Having a very high muscular tension; spastic.
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What is the meaning of hypertonic?

"hypertonic" (adj) means having a greater osmotic pressure than another.

What are the different meanings of hypertonic?

"hypertonic" has 2 main meanings: 1. Having a greater osmotic pressure than another; 2. Having a very high muscular tension; spastic.

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