DilationWordNet Explorer

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noun

the act of expanding an aperture

Words in this synset: dilatation
noun

the act of increasing (something) in size or volume or quantity or scope

noun

dilation of blood vessels (especially the arteries)

noun

reflex pupillary dilation as a muscle pulls the iris outward; occurs in response to a decrease in light or certain drugs

noun

an extended communication (often interactive) dealing with some particular topic

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