de·tu·mes·cence
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Definition of detumescence
: subsidence or diminution of swelling or erection
Other Words from detumescence
detumescent
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ˌdē-t(y)ü-ˈme-sᵊnt
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adjective
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adjective
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“Detumescence.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/detumescence. Accessed 7 Mar. 2021.
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detumescence
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de·tu·mes·cence
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Medical Definition of detumescence
: subsidence or diminution of swelling or erection
Other Words from detumescence
detumescent
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-ᵊnt
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adjective
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adjective
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The first known use of detumescence was in 1678
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