n, pl  cly*ses   :  the introduction of large amounts of fluid into the body usu. by parenteral injection to replace that lost (as from hemorrhage or in dysentery or burns), to provide nutrients, or to maintain blood pressure - see HYPODERMOCLYSIS PHLEBOCLYSIS PROCTOCLYSIS  .
 
 
 
Similar sounding terms:  calces  calcis  calices  calyces 
 
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