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Word of the Day Tuesday, June 9, 2026

dilatation

/dɪˈleɪtən/ noun · British & US
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What does dilatation mean?

noun

The act of making or becoming wider or larger; a state of being expanded or enlarged.

Example

"The surgeon performed a dilatation of the blood vessel to improve blood flow."

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