What does detumescence mean?
Definitions for detumescence
ˌdi tuˈmɛs əns, -tyu-de·tumes·cence
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Princeton's WordNet
detumescencenoun
diminution of swelling; the subsidence of anything swollen
Wiktionary
detumescencenoun
The act of subsiding from a swollen state, especially the relaxation of an erect penis.
Etymology: de- + tumescence
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detumescence
Detumescence is the process or state in which an erection or swelling is reduced or goes away, typically referring to the subsiding of sexual arousal or completion of sexual intercourse. It can also refer to the reduction of swelling or fluid buildup in any body tissue.
Webster Dictionary
Detumescencenoun
diminution of swelling; subsidence of anything swollen
Etymology: [L. detumescere to cease swelling; de + tumescere, tumere, to swell.]
Chambers 20th Century Dictionary
Detumescence
dē-tū-mes′ens, n. diminution of swelling—opp. to Intumescence.
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Numerology
Chaldean Numerology
The numerical value of detumescence in Chaldean Numerology is: 7
Pythagorean Numerology
The numerical value of detumescence in Pythagorean Numerology is: 9
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