dilating

Definitions

The act of becoming wider, larger, or more open.

The process of expanding or enlarging something in size or volume.

To speak or write at length on a particular subject.

Examples

The doctor noticed her pupils were dilating in response to the dim light.

The surgeon used a specialized tool for dilating the narrow artery during the procedure.

Synonyms

expanding widening enlarging stretching distending bloating swelling

Antonyms

contracting shrinking narrowing constricting compressing condensing shriveling