dilation

[ dahy-ley-shuhn, dih- ]

noun

1. the act of dilating; state of being dilated.
2. dilatation.

dilation

/ dī-lā′shən,dĭ- /

1. The widening or stretching of an opening or a hollow structure in the body.

Other Words From

• nondi·lation noun
• over·di·lation noun
• self-di·lation noun

Word History and Origins

Origin of dilation¹

First recorded in 1590–1600; dilate + -ion

Example Sentences

Crain couldn’t sign consent forms for her care because of “extreme pain,” according to the records, so Fails signed a release for “unplanned dilation and curettage” or “unplanned cesarean section.”

From Salon

Abortion also featured prominently in the debate with Walz sharing the story of Amber Thurman, who died tragically while awaiting a dilation and curettage procedure.

From Salon

She showed up at Piedmont Henry Hospital in need of a routine procedure to clear it from her uterus, called a dilation and curettage, or D&C.

From Salon

Light therapy has also been linked with blood vessel dilation and anti-inflammatory effects.

From Science Daily

Litigation also has not been filed to challenge Ohio’s ban on dilation and extraction, a procedure once used in the third term of pregnancy.

From Seattle Times