verb
distend
Distend (verb) means to extend or expand, as from internal pressure; to swell.
verb
1
To extend or expand, as from internal pressure; to swell
2
To extend; to stretch out; to spread out.
3
To cause to swell.
4
To cause gravidity.
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What is the meaning of distend?
"distend" (verb) means to extend or expand, as from internal pressure; to swell.
What are the different meanings of distend?
"distend" has 3 main meanings: 1. To extend or expand, as from internal pressure; to swell; 2. To extend; to stretch out; to spread out; 3. To cause to swell.