detumescence

noun de·tu·mes·cence \ˌdē-t(y)ü-ˈme-s^ən(t)s\

Definition of DETUMESCENCE

: subsidence or diminution of swelling or erection

— de·tu·mes·cent \-s^ənt\ adjective

Latin detumescere to become less swollen, from de- + tumescere to swell — more at tumescent

First Known Use: 1678

Medical Dictionary

noun de·tu·mes·cence \ˌdē-t(y)ü-ˈmes-^ən(t)s\

: subsidence or diminution of swelling or erection

—de·tu·mes·cent \-^ənt\ adjective

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