I. ikˈsipēənt, (ˈ)ek|s- adjective
Etymology: Latin excipient-, excipiens, present participle of excipere to take out, make an exception of, take, receive — more at except
: taking exception
II. noun
( -s )
Etymology: Latin excipient-, excipiens, present participle
: an inert substance (as gum arabic, syrup, lanolin, or starch) that forms a vehicle (as for a drug or antigen) ; especially : one that in the presence of sufficient liquid imparts to a medicated mixture the adhesive quality needed for the preparation of pills or tablets