Meaning of the word capsid in English

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capsid

US /ˈkæpsɪd/
UK /ˈkæp.sɪd/
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Noun

the protein shell of a virus, enclosing its genetic material.

Example:
The viral genome is protected by the capsid.
The shape of the capsid varies among different types of viruses.