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Turgescence
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What's The Definition Of Turgescence?Synonyms | Synonyms for Turgescence: Related Terms | Find terms related to Turgescence: See Also | Turgescence In Webster's Dictionary \Tur*ges"cence\, Turgescency \Tur*ges"cen*cy\, n.
[Cf. F. turgescence. See {Turgescent}.]
1. The act of swelling, or the state of being swollen, or
turgescent. --Sir T. Browne.
2. Empty magnificence or pompousness; inflation; bombast;
turgidity. --Johnson.
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