Ectasis
Definition & Meaning
Pronunciation /ˈɛktəsɪs/ · Part of speech noun
Quick meaning: Ectasis is a noun meaning (pathology) The dilation or distention of a hollow or tubular part of the body, typically due to disease or injury.
Meaning
(pathology) The dilation or distention of a hollow or tubular part of the body, typically due to disease or injury.
More Meanings
- (prosody, phonetics) The lengthening of a syllable from short to long.
Word Forms
- ectases
Synonyms for ectasis
Depending on context, synonyms include ectasia.
Related Words
Related dictionary entries include bronchiolectasis, bronchiectasis, ectasia, lymphadenectasis, bronchodilation, atelectasis.
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