noun the action of dilating a part or organ of the body
In geometry, dilation is a transformation that changes the size of a figure without changing its shape.
In optics, dilation can refer to the expansion or contraction of an optical system, affecting the size and shape of images formed by lenses or mirrors.
In physics, dilation refers to the stretching or compressing of time or space, as described by the theory of relativity.
In computer graphics, dilation is a morphological operation that expands the boundaries of objects in an image.
In medical imaging, dilation can refer to the process of expanding or enlarging a blood vessel or other anatomical structure.
In literature, dilation can refer to the expansion or elaboration of a topic or idea within a piece of writing.
In psychology, dilation can refer to the process of expanding or broadening a client's perspective or understanding of a situation.
In medicine, dilation can refer to the widening or opening of a passage or opening in the body, such as the dilation of blood vessels or the dilation of the cervix during childbirth.
In architecture, dilation can refer to the process of enlarging or expanding a design or structure to accommodate different needs or requirements.
In physics, dilation can refer to the stretching or compression of space and time as described by the theory of relativity.
In mathematics, dilation can refer to a transformation that changes the size of a geometric figure without altering its shape.