Pronunciation: /tjuːˈmesəns/
noun a swelling or enlargement in a part of the body, especially as a symptom of sexual arousal
A1 The doctor explained that tumescence is a normal part of the body's response to arousal.
A2 The student learned about tumescence in biology class and was fascinated by the process.
B1 The researcher conducted a study on tumescence in relation to blood flow in the body.
B2 The medical journal published an article discussing the causes and effects of tumescence.
C1 The expert in human physiology gave a lecture on the mechanisms of tumescence in the male reproductive system.
C2 The renowned scientist was awarded a Nobel Prize for his groundbreaking research on tumescence and its implications for human health.
formal The doctor explained that tumescence is a normal physiological response during sexual arousal.
informal I heard that tumescence is just a fancy term for getting a boner.
slang Dude, did you see the tumescence on that guy? It was insane!
figurative The tumescence of excitement in the room was palpable as the concert began.
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