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Definition of Intumescent
1. Adjective. Abnormally distended especially by fluids or gas. "Puffy tumid flesh"
Exact synonyms: Puffy, Tumescent, Tumid, Turgid
Similar to: Unhealthy
Derivative terms: Intumescence, Intumescency, Puffiness, Tumesce, Tumescence, Tumidity, Tumidness
Similar to: Unhealthy
Derivative terms: Intumescence, Intumescency, Puffiness, Tumesce, Tumescence, Tumidity, Tumidness
Definition of Intumescent
1. a. Swelling up; expanding.
Definition of Intumescent
1. Adjective. That becomes swollen, especially upon exposure to heat ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Intumescent
1. [adj]
Medical Definition of Intumescent
1. Enlarging; becoming enlarged or swollen. (05 Mar 2000)