dilatation

• Sustantivo que denota el estado de estiramiento más allá de las dimensiones normales o el proceso de ensanchamiento de una abertura o conducto.

A noun referring to the condition of being stretched beyond normal dimensions, or the act of expanding an opening or passage.

1. Stretching or expansionC1formalmedical

   The condition of being stretched or expanded beyond normal dimensions, often used in medical contexts.

   Dilatación

   • The doctor observed dilatation of the patient's pupils.
   • Dilatation of the blood vessels can occur during exercise.
   • Chronic dilatation of the stomach may require medical intervention.

   Sinónimosdilationdistensionenlargementexpansionstretching

   Antónimoscompressionconstrictioncontractionnarrowing

2. Enlargement of an openingC1formalmedical

   The act or process of expanding an aperture or opening, such as a passage in the body.

   Dilatación

   • Cervical dilatation is a normal part of childbirth.
   • The surgeon performed a dilatation of the narrowed artery.
   • Dilatation of the esophagus may be necessary for certain conditions.

   Sinónimosdilationdistensionenlargementexpansionstretchingwidening