Tumescence

//tjuːˈmɛsəns//

Word Type

Noun

The word "tumescence" can be used as a noun.

Word Relationships

Derived Terms

detumescence nocturnal penile tumescence

Etymologically Related To

Broader Terms (Hypernyms)

tumidity tumidness

Type Of (IsA)

Related Terms

erectile fluid organ swelling tissue

Synonym Network

tumidity turgescence turgidity turgor

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