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detumescence
detumescence [ d tyoo méss'nss ]


noun 
Definition:
 
reduction of swelling: a gradual reduction in a swelling, especially of a penis
[Late 17th century. < Latin detumescere 'stop swelling' < tumere 'swell']

detumesce intransitive verb
detumescent adjective
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