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1. A saclike cavity.
2. A surgically constructed cavity, envelope, or pouch beneath the skin into which a device, such as a pacemaker, is inserted.

gingival p.Periodontal pocket.

periodontal p.A pathologically deepened gingival sulcus enlarged beyond normal limits as a result of the destructive effects of bacterial plaque; the space bordered on one side by the tooth and the other side by ulcerated sulcular epithelium. The pocket contains inflammatory cells and destructive enzymes released by bacteria, and is surrounded by diseased gum tissue.SYN: gingival pocket.