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tumid
01
overly grand in language or expression
Examples
His speech was filled with tumid phrases that lacked substance.
The novel 's tumid prose made it difficult to follow the plot.
02
enlarged beyond normal size, often due to internal pressure from fluid or gas
Examples
The patient 's abdomen appeared tumid, indicating possible internal bleeding.
A tumid blister formed on his heel after the long hike.
2.1
(of sexual organs) in a state of arousal
Examples
The medical text described the tumid state of the tissue during arousal.
The sculpture depicted a tumid form, emphasizing fertility and vitality.
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