Definition

The act of making something larger or wider, often used in medical contexts to describe the expansion of an organ or body part.

Example

The doctor explained that dilation of the pupils is a normal response to low light.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about the dilation process in medicine?

Yeah, I think it has to do with how certain organs expand, right?

Exactly! It's fascinating how our bodies can adapt through dilation.

For sure, it's amazing what our bodies can do to accommodate changes.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Dilation → It is formed from "di-" (meaning apart) and "latus" (meaning wide). The word "dilation" refers to the process of making something wider or expanding it apart.

Memory Tip

Think of something being made 'wider' ('latus') as it spreads 'apart' ('di-'). This helps you remember that dilation means the act of expanding.

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