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dilation
nounfemininetechnicalcommon/dilɐtɐˈsɐ̃w̃/di·la·ta·ção
Definition
1The action or effect of dilating; an increase in volume or dimensions.
Usage examples
“The thermal dilation of metals must be considered in bridge construction.”
“The doctor observed a dilation of the patient's pupils.”
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thermal dilationtime dilationpupil dilation