Distensible (Adjective)
Meaning
Capable of being distended; able to stretch and expand; "the stomach is a distensible organ".
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- The human bladder is a distensible organ that can expand to hold varying amounts of urine.
- The distensible nature of the lungs allows them to expand and contract with each breath.
- This distensible fabric is perfect for making clothing that needs to stretch.
- Inflatable boats have distensible hulls that can be expanded to full size.
- The distensible walls of the balloon enable it to be inflated with air.