DILATATION Synonyms: 61 Similar and Opposite Words

dilatation

noun

Definition of dilatation

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

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Noun

Anti-inflammatory medications like ibuprofen can reduce swelling and inflammation.

— Maggie O'Neill, Verywell Health, 29 July 2026
None of the patients experienced ARIA-E, which is the more severe side effect that causes brain swelling.

— Adam Feuerstein, STAT, 28 July 2026

Definition of swelling

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Almost all the controls are embedded in the touchscreen, but there is a dedicated volume knob on the center console.

— Joel Feder, The Drive, 29 July 2026
The boards tie in the floating wood shelves that flank the range and pair beautifully with the surrounding materials, such as the copper pot filler, brass stove knobs, and stone countertops.

— Maria Sabella, Better Homes & Gardens, 27 July 2026

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The puff sleeves add a dainty touch while simultaneously offering more coverage, and the loose and flowy style won’t feel restricting or stuffy in hot weather.

— Anna Traver, InStyle, 25 July 2026
More impressively, Melton manages to exhale a puff of smoke so thick that cinematographer Magnus Nordenhof Jønck can still see it through the set’s fog.

— Amy Nicholson, Los Angeles Times, 23 July 2026

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