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