Ectoplasm
noun
A substance that is said to be created by physical mediums during a spiritualistic trance.
The medium fell into a deep trance, and ectoplasm started appearing from her mouth.
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noun
In cell biology, the clear outer layer of the cytoplasm in a cell.
The ectoplasm provides structure and protection for the inner components of the cell.
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noun
A substance that is said to be created by physical mediums during a spiritualistic trance.
The medium fell into a deep trance, and ectoplasm started appearing from her mouth.
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Academic
noun
In cell biology, the clear outer layer of the cytoplasm in a cell.
The ectoplasm provides structure and protection for the inner components of the cell.
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Academic
Definition 1 of 2
Pro Tip 1/3Spiritualistic Origins
Originates from spiritualism and is often used in contexts related to paranormal phenomena.
The seance participants claimed to see ectoplasm forming around the psychic.
Pro Tip 2/3Cultural Skepticism
May evoke skepticism or be associated with hoaxes, as its existence is not scientifically proven.
He dismissed the ectoplasm in the photograph as merely a trick of the light.
Pro Tip 3/3Historical Use
Common in 19th and early 20th-century literature; now considered archaic and less recognized.
The Victorian novel featured a ghostly apparition dripping with ectoplasm.
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