English noun: dilatation | |||
1. | dilatation (state) the state of being stretched beyond normal dimensions | ||
Synonyms | distension, distention | ||
Broader (hypernym) | physical condition, physiological condition, physiological state | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | ectasia, ectasis, tympanites, varicocele | ||
2. | dilatation (act) the act of expanding an aperture | ||
Samples | The dilation of the pupil of the eye. | ||
Synonyms | dilation | ||
Broader (hypernym) | enlargement, expansion | ||
Narrower (hyponym) | mydriasis, vasodilation | ||