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Definition of Hypocist
1. n. An astringent inspissated juice obtained from the fruit of a plant (Cytinus hypocistis), growing from the roots of the Cistus, a small European shrub.
Definition of Hypocist
1. a plant parasitic on cistus roots [n -S]
Medical Definition of Hypocist
1. An astringent inspissated juice obtained from the fruit of a plant (Cytinus hypocistis), growing from the roots of the Cistus, a small European shrub. Origin: Gr. A plant growing on the roots of the Cistus. Source: Websters Dictionary (01 Mar 1998)