distensible
[ dih-sten-suh-buhl ]
adjective
capable of being distended.
Origin of distensible
1Other words from distensible
- dis·ten·si·bil·i·ty, noun
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How to use distensible in a sentence
The darkened and distensible throat pouch of the adult male probably is the best available indicator of sexual maturity.
Field Study of Kansas Ant-Eating Frog | Henry S. FitchUpon this flexible anterior part there are four short but distensible tentacles.
Marine Protozoa from Woods Hole | Gary N. CalkinsTheir lower jaw is highly distensible; the opening beings longer than the skull.
Reptiles and Birds | Louis FiguierIts powerful voice is due to the distensible resonator which it possesses in its laryngeal pouch, described above.
A Hand-book to the Primates, Volume 1 (of 2) | Henry O. ForbesCertain genera possess also sacs formed by distensible folds of the skin in the cheeks.
A Hand-book to the Primates, Volume 1 (of 2) | Henry O. Forbes
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