distend
/dɪˈstend/
CEFR level C2Topic HealthWord #7127 in the learning path
使膨胀；胀大
Definitions
v. To swell or become larger because of pressure from inside.
使膨胀；胀大
Example
Too much gas can distend your stomach after meals.
饭后过多的气体会使你的胃胀大。
During digestion, excess gas may distend the abdomen, causing discomfort that can affect daily activities.
消化过程中，多余气体可能使腹部胀大，造成影响日常活动的不适。
Collocations
- a distended abdomen
- a distended stomach
- distended with gas
Word family
- distension (n.)
- distention (n.)
Synonyms
- swell
- expand
Antonyms
- contract
Usage tip
多用于医学，强调内部压力导致胀大。
FAQ
- What does distend mean?
- To swell or become larger because of pressure from inside.
- How is distend pronounced?
- UK /dɪˈstend/, US /dɪˈstend/. Use the audio buttons above to listen.
