A structure that lies outside the plasma membrane and surrounds the entire cell or cells. This does not include the periplasmic space. [ GOC:go_curators ]
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goslim_chembl, goslim_generic, goslim_pir, goslim_drosophila, goslim_plant
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The outer membrane (of gram negative bacteria) or cell wall (of yeast or Gram positive bacteria) are defined as parts of this structure, see 'external encapsulating structure part'.