dilative
/ˈdaɪleɪtɪv/
adjective
- Tending to cause dilation or expansion; relating to the process of becoming wider or larger.
- The dilative force of the gas caused the balloon to expand rapidly.
- The doctor explained that the medication has a dilative effect on blood vessels.
- In physics class, we studied the dilative properties of metals when heated.
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