Definition

The process of widening or enlarging a blood vessel.

Example

During exercise, vasodilatation helps increase blood flow to the muscles.

Conversation

Have you ever heard about vasodilatation and how it affects blood flow?

Yeah, I think it helps widen blood vessels, right?

Exactly! It's essential for regulating blood pressure too.

That makes sense; it's amazing how our bodies work!

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Vasodilatation → It is formed from "vaso-" (from Latin "vas" meaning vessel) and "dilatation" (from Latin "dilatatio" meaning expansion or widening). The term refers to the process of the widening of blood vessels.

Memory Tip

Think of 'vessels' ('vaso-') expanding or 'widening' ('dilatation') — that's what vasodilatation means.

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