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DILATATION

(noun)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Dilatation.

Dilatation - as a noun

The state of being stretched beyond normal dimensions

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
distensiondistention
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
physical conditionphysiological conditionphysiological state
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

The act of expanding an aperture

Example: "The dilation of the pupil of the eye"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
dilation
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
expansion
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The dilatation of the blood vessels allows for increased blood flow."
"The doctor prescribed medication to help with the dilatation of the bronchial tubes."
"The cardiologist detected a dilatation in the patient's heart chambers."
"The gastrointestinal tract experiences dilatation during the process of digestion."
"The ophthalmologist performed a procedure to correct the dilatation of the patient's pupils."
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Word Game Points

Is DILATATION a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, dilatation is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

DILATATION has a SCRABBLE points total of 11.

Is DILATATION a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dilatation is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DILATATION has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 13.

Is DILATATION a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dilatation is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DILATATION has a WORDFEUD points total of 11.

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