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DILATES

(verb)

Definitions

There are 2 meanings of the word Dilates.

Dilates - as a verb

Become wider

Example: "His pupils were dilated"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
distend9

Add details, as to an account or idea; clarify the meaning of and discourse in a learned way, usually in writing

Example: "She elaborated on the main ideas in her dissertation"

Synonyms (Exact Relations)
elaborate11enlarge8expand16expatiate18exposit16expound17flesh outlucubrate13
Hypernyms (Closely Related)
clarify15clear upelucidate12
Hyponyms (Broadly Related)

Example Sentences

"The doctor dilates the patient's pupils to examine their eyes."
"During the medical procedure, the surgeon dilates the arteries to improve blood flow."
"The drug dilates the bronchial tubes, helping to relieve asthma symptoms."
"The doctor dilates the patient's pupil to examine the retina."
"The optometrist dilates the eye to get a better view of the optic nerve."
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Word Game Points

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

DILATES has a SCRABBLE points total of 8.

Is DILATES a valid Words With Friends word?
Yes, dilates is valid for Words With Friends
Valid Word
DILATES has a WORDS WITH FRIENDS points total of 9.

Is DILATES a valid WordFeud word?
Yes, dilates is valid for WordFeud
Valid Word
DILATES has a WORDFEUD points total of 8.

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