In*ci"sion (?), n. [L. incisio: cf. F. incision. See Incise.]

1.

The act of incising, or cutting into a substance.

Milton.

2.

That which is produced by incising; the separation of the parts of any substance made by a cutting or pointed instrument; a cut; a gash.

3.

Separation or solution of viscid matter by medicines.

[Obs.]

 

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