Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
distensive
adjective
/dɪsˈtɛnsɪv/
Definition
causing or relating to expansion or dilation.
Examples
- The distensive properties of the balloon were evident when it was filled with air.
- In biology, distensive forces can play a crucial role in cell growth.
- The distensive qualities of certain materials make them suitable for various industrial applications.
Meaning
Distensive refers to the action of expanding or stretching, particularly in reference to the swelling or enlargement of an object or substance.
Synonyms
- expansive
- dilative
- stretching
- enlarging
