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introversion

int·ro·ver·sion

UK/ɪntɹəʊˈvɜːʃən/ US/ɪntɹəˈvəɹʒən/ uncommon

noun

1.

the condition of being folded inward or sheathed

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2.

the folding in of an outer layer so as to form a pocket in the surface

  • “the invagination of the blastula”
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3.

(psychology) an introverted disposition; concern with one''s own thoughts and feelings

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Origin

From New Latin intrōversio, from intrōvertere (“to turn within”), from Classical Latin intro (“within”) and vertere (“to turn”). Equivalent to introvert + -sion or intro- + -version.

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