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distended

adjective

abnormally distended especially by fluids or gas

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Word length
9
Starts with
D
Ends with
D
Contains
IS
Scrabble score
12
CEFR level
B1

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Pronunciation

dɪˈstɛndɪd

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adjective

  1. abnormally distended especially by fluids or gas

    “hungry children with bloated stomachs”

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Example Sentences

hungry children with bloated stomachs
he had a grossly distended stomach
eyes with puffed (or puffy) lids
swollen hands
tumescent tissue

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