SINCE 1828
detumescence
noun
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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adjective
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adjective
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detumescence
noun
de·tu·mes·cence
| \ ˌdē-t(y)ü-ˈmes-ᵊn(t)s
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Medical Definition of detumescence
: subsidence or diminution of swelling or erection
Other Words from detumescence
detumescent
\ -ᵊnt
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adjective
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adjective
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