Definition of Tumefaction

1. Noun. The process of tumefying; the organic process whereby tissue becomes swollen by the accumulation of fluid within it.

Generic synonyms: Biological Process, Organic Process
Derivative terms: Tumefy, Tumefy

Definition of Tumefaction

1. n. The act or process of tumefying, swelling, or rising into a tumor; a swelling.

Definition of Tumefaction

1. [n -S]

Medical Definition of Tumefaction

1. 1. A swelling. Synonym: tumentia. Synonym: tumescence. Origin: see tumefacient (05 Mar 2000)

Lexicographical Neighbors of Tumefaction

tumbleweed
tumbleweed
tumbleweeds
tumble drier
tumble dry
tumble grass
tumbling
tumblings
tumbrel
tumbrels
tumbril
tumbrils
tumbu dermal myiasis
tumefacient
tumefaction (current term)
tumefaction (current term)
tumefactions
tumefied
tumefies
tumefy
tumefy
tumefying
tumentia
tumeric yellow
tumesce
tumesced
tumescence
tumescence
tumescences
tumescent

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