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distend

verb

/dɪsˈtɛnd/

Meaning

to swell or expand by pressure from within

Her stomach began to distend after the large meal.

expand, swell, inflate, enlarge, bloat

shrink, contract, deflate

distend stomach, distend abdomen, distend with gas

to make something better or improve a bad situation

Coming to a halt or pause.

to grow or increase gradually by accumulation or addition

To examine one's own thoughts, feelings, or mental state.

to put under water or cover with liquid

to present or deliver something formally or for approval