Difference between Dilatation and Distension

What is the difference between Dilatation and Distension?

Dilatation as a noun is prolixity; diffuse discourse. while Distension as a noun is the act of distending.

Dilatation

Part of speech: noun

Definition: prolixity; diffuse discourse. The act of dilating; expansion; an enlarging on all sides; the state of being dilated; dilation. A dilation or enlargement of a canal or other organ.

Distension

Part of speech: noun

Definition: The act of distending.

We hope you now know whether to use Dilatation or Distension in your sentence.

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