tumescence
noun
tu·mes·cence
| \ tü-ˈme-sᵊn(t)s
, tyü-\
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Definition of tumescence
: the quality or state of being tumescent
especially
: readiness for sexual activity marked especially by vascular congestion of the sex organs
Examples of tumescence in a Sentence
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Sean Hannity’s tumescence will be visible from Mars. — Charles P. Pierce, Esquire, "The Media Will Play a Key Role in the Future of the Russia Investigation," 25 Oct. 2017 Leigha Kato as Marcy Park wows in a number about tiger-daughter rebellion, and the popular jock Chip (Will Carlyon) layers his confidence with tender embarrassment over an unwanted tumescence. — Jim Rutter, Philly.com, "'Putnam Spelling Bee' at Bristol aces what it's like to be a kid," 25 Sep. 2017 The mere image of Will Ferrell in a state of mortifying public tumescence was enough to send my son into spasms of uncontrollable laughter. — Jeff Gordinier, Esquire, "I Teach My Son Life Lessons with Dumb Comedies," 1 June 2017These example sentences are selected automatically from various online news sources to reflect current usage of the word 'tumescence.' Views expressed in the examples do not represent the opinion of Merriam-Webster or its editors. Send us feedback.
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