distention
dis
dɪs
dis
ten
ˈtɛn
ten
tion
ʃən
shēn
/dɪstˈɛnʃən/

Definition & Meaning of "distention"in English

Distention
01

the act of swelling from inside

Examples
The doctor noticed significant distention in the patient ’s abdomen, indicating a potential blockage.
02

the state of being stretched beyond normal dimensions

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