Meaning of the word distend in English
What does distend mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
distend
US /dɪˈstend/
UK /dɪˈstend/
Verb
to swell or cause to swell by pressure from inside
Example:
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The abdomen began to distend due to the internal infection.
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Starving children often have stomachs that distend painfully.