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Definition of Tumescent
1. Adjective. Abnormally distended especially by fluids or gas. "Puffy tumid flesh"
Exact synonyms: Intumescent, Puffy, 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 Tumescent
1. a. Slightly tumid; swollen, as certain moss capsules.
Definition of Tumescent
1. Adjective. swollen or distended with fluid, as of erectile tissue. ¹
2. Adjective. inflated or overblown ¹
¹ Source: wiktionary.com
Definition of Tumescent
1. [adj]
Medical Definition of Tumescent
1. Denoting tumescence. Synonym: turgescent. (05 Mar 2000)
Lexicographical Neighbors of Tumescent
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