The meaning of TUMESCENT is somewhat swollen. How to use tumescent in a sentence.

TUMESCENT definition: swelling; slightly tumid. See examples of tumescent used in a sentence.

Definition of tumescent adjective in Oxford Advanced Learner's Dictionary. Meaning, pronunciation, picture, example sentences, grammar, usage notes, synonyms and more.

TUMESCENT meaning: 1. swollen or becoming swollen, especially because of sexual excitement: 2. swollen or becoming…. Learn more.

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Definition of 'tumescent' tumescent in British English (tjuːˈmɛsənt ) adjective swollen or becoming swollen

tumescent (tjuːˈmɛsənt) adj swollen or becoming swollen [C19: from Latin tumescere to begin to swell, from tumēre]

Jul 23, 2025 · From Latin tumēscēns (“swelling, bloating”). tumescent (comparative more tumescent, superlative most tumescent) Swollen or distended with fluid, as of erectile tissue.

Swollen or becoming swollen; often used to describe a state of fullness. The word "tumescent" originates from the Latin verb "tumescere," which means "to swell." Its etymology reflects its …

Tumescent definition: Somewhat tumid.