dilatation

noun

Definition of dilatationnext
as in swelling

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Recent Examples of dilatation Bloat or gastric dilatation-volvulus most commonly affects a few large breeds with deep chests and German Shepherds are among those most affected. — Dr. John De Jong, Boston Herald, 21 Sep. 2025 These cells cause vascular dilatation, resulting in crimson skin tone that is associated with niacin usage. — Amber Smith, Discover Magazine, 11 Oct. 2022 Elevated feeders were once recommended as a way to prevent gastric dilatation and volvulus (GDV), also known as bloat, a life-threatening condition that’s most prevalent in large and deep-chested breeds. — Lindsay Pevny, Popular Mechanics, 24 June 2022 The couple’s veterinarian later confirmed that Gus died from a stomach bloat, also known as gastric dilatation-volvulus (GDV). — Timothy Bella, Washington Post, 16 June 2022 Overdrinking or drinking too rapidly may cause bloat, a term used to describe gastric dilatation-volvulus. — Bayliss Wagner, USA TODAY, 12 Aug. 2021 In Arkansas, dilatation and evacuation was the only method used to end pregnancies after 12 weeks, according to the Arkansas Department of Health. — Neal Earley, Arkansas Online, 23 Dec. 2020
Recent Examples of Synonyms for dilatation
  1. swelling
  2. knob
  3. puff
  4. dome
Noun
  • These lightweight compression socks gently squeeze the feet and calves in order to improve blood circulation, reduce swelling, and prevent pain.
    — Olivia Young, Travel + Leisure, 27 Sep. 2026
  • Enter Genicular Artery Embolization (GAE), a minimally-invasive procedure that lessens blood flow to inflamed spots in the knee to reduce chronic pain and swelling.
    — Helen Carefoot, Flow Space, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of swelling
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  • The resistance knob on a spin bike gives you a continuous, private metric of effort.
    — Dan Rockmore, New Yorker, 19 Sep. 2026
  • Original moldings, door knobs, and wood paneling have been preserved, but spaces have been shaped for contemporary use including made disabled-accessible.
    — Condé Nast, Condé Nast Traveler, 17 Sep. 2026
Definition of knob
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  • Dressier iterations had belted, lapel-less jackets reminiscent of a kimono in keeping with the nomadic theme of the collection or replaced the blazer with puff-of-air bombers in airy bouclé knit.
    — Martino Carrera, Footwear News, 28 Sep. 2026
  • Without authentic longing, and without any bittersweet complexity to the portrait of one social order replacing another, we’re left with little more than puffs of amusement, enough to escalate your mood but bound to fade by morning.
    — Emily Nussbaum, New Yorker, 24 Sep. 2026
Definition of puff
Noun
  • Under the new Endangered Species Act interpretations, it would not be considered a federal offense to clear private palmetto flatwoods or cypress domes.
    — Timothy Randhir, The Conversation, 1 Oct. 2026
  • Across the outfield concourse of the stadium (formerly known as Coolray Field), more than 300 emerald ceramic domes will be set to temperatures ranging from 200 to 700 degrees.
    — Sam Flemming, AJC.com, 30 Sep. 2026
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“Dilatation.” Merriam-Webster.com Thesaurus, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/thesaurus/dilatation. Accessed 6 Oct. 2026.

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