Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

tumescence

noun

/tjuːˈmɛsəns/

Definition

the state of being swollen or engorged.

Examples

The doctor explained the tumescence of the tissues during the allergic reaction.
In the biological study, tumescence was observed during certain hormonal changes.

Meaning

Tumescence often refers to a temporary increase in size of a body part due to the accumulation of fluid, particularly in medical or anatomical contexts.