tumescent
adjective
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Definition of tumescent
: somewhat swollen tumescent tissue
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Synonyms for tumescent
Synonyms
bloated, blown, distended, overinflated, puffed, swollen, tumid, turgid, varicose (also varicosed)
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tumescent
adjective
English Language Learners Definition of tumescent
: somewhat swollen
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Medical Definition of tumescent
: somewhat swollen tumescent tissue
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