Dilatation
Definition, Meaning & Examples
Pronunciation /ˌdaɪleɪˈteɪʃ(ə)n/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Dilatation is a noun meaning Prolixity; diffuse discourse.
Meaning
Prolixity; diffuse discourse.
More Meanings
- The act of dilating; expansion; an enlarging on all sides; the state of being dilated
- A dilation or enlargement of a canal or other organ.
Example Sentences
These [boys being groomed as prostitutes] are sold by their parents (sometimes stolen from them), about the age of 4, and educated, while they are also subjected to a special physical training, which includes massage of the gluteal regions to favor development, dilatation of the anus, and epilation (which is not, however, practised by Chinese women).
Word Forms
- dilatations
Synonyms for dilatation
Depending on context, synonyms include dilation.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include dilation, enlargement, expansion, distension, widening, broadening.
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