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turgor

tur.gor \'t*r-g*r, -.go.(*)r\ n [LL, turgidity, swelling, fr. L turge-re] : 
   the normal state of turgidity and tension in living cells; esp :  the 
   distension of the protoplasmic layer and wall of a plant cell by the fluid 
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