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1. (n.) tumefaction
a swollen part.
2. tumefaction
a swelling up of a part.
Etymology: (1590–1600; < F < L tumefactiō=tumefac(ere) (see tumefy ) +-tiō -tion)
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1. (noun) tumefaction
the process of tumefying; the organic process whereby tissue becomes swollen by the accumulation of fluid within it
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1. (noun) tumefaction
the act or process of tumefying, swelling, or rising into a tumor; a swelling
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