dilation
Dilation (noun) means the act or process of becoming wider or larger. Example: “The nurse checked the dilation of the cervix every hour.”
How to use dilation
Learner’s notesIn plain EnglishThe process of widening or expanding, especially used medically.
Word forms
dilations plural
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The nurse checked the _____ of the cervix every hour.
Etymology
From dilate plus the suffix -ion, first used in this form in the late 1500s.
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What does “dilation” mean?
The word “dilation” means the act or process of becoming wider or larger. In plain terms, the process of widening or expanding, especially used medically.
How do you pronounce “dilation”?
“Dilation” is pronounced deye-LAY-shuhn (/daɪˈleɪʃən/ in IPA).
How do you use “dilation” in a sentence?
Here is “dilation” used in a sentence: “The nurse checked the dilation of the cervix every hour.”
What part of speech is “dilation”?
“Dilation” is a noun.
Where does the word “dilation” come from?
The word “dilation” dates back to around 1500. From dilate plus the suffix -ion, first used in this form in the late 1500s.