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Definition of Ebullism
1. Noun. (physiology) The formation of bubbles of gas in biological fluids due to reduced environmental pressure ¹
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Medical Definition of Ebullism
1. Formation of water vapor bubbles in the tissues brought on by an extreme reduction in barometric pressure; occurs if the body is exposed to pressures which are found above an altitude of 63,000 feet. Origin: L. Ebullire, to boil out (05 Mar 2000)
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