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CONTRACTILITY

(noun)

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There is 1 meaning of the word Contractility.

Contractility - as a noun

The capability or quality of shrinking or contracting, especially by muscle fibers and even some other forms of living matter

Hypernyms (Closely Related)
ability12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The heart's contractility can be affected by certain medications."
"Smooth muscle cells exhibit high contractility."
"The regulation of contractility is important in muscle physiology."
"The contractility of skeletal muscles allows for movement."
"Damage to the heart muscle can lead to a decrease in contractility."
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Word Game Points

Is CONTRACTILITY a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, contractility is valid for both Scrabble US and EU
US/CA Valid UK/EU Valid

CONTRACTILITY has a SCRABBLE points total of 20.

Is CONTRACTILITY a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, contractility is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
CONTRACTILITY has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 23.

Is CONTRACTILITY a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, contractility is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
CONTRACTILITY has a WORDFEUD points total of 22.

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