dilatable
Definition
Adjective: Capable of being expanded, stretched, or made wider. "Dilatable" describes a material, object, or concept that can increase in size, volume, or extent when subjected to pressure, heat, or other forces.
Usage Examples
- (The balloon could be stretched to a larger size.)
- (The metals can be expanded by heat.)
- (The rubber band can be stretched to fit around items.)
Advanced Usage
"dilatable substance": a material that can be expanded or stretched without breaking.
- The engineers tested the dilatable substance for use in flexible joints. (They examined a material that can be stretched.)
"dilatable capacity": the maximum extent to which something can be expanded.
- The dilatable capacity of the fabric was exceeded, causing it to tear. (The fabric was stretched beyond its limit.)
Variants and Related Words
Dilate (verb): to make or become wider, larger, or more open.
- The doctor used eye drops to dilate the patient's pupils. (To enlarge the pupils for examination.)
Dilation (noun): the process or act of expanding or stretching.
- The dilation of the blood vessels improved blood flow. (The expansion of the vessels.)
Dilatability (noun): the quality or state of being dilatable.
- The dilatability of the material was tested under various temperatures. (The ability to expand.)
Synonyms
- Expandable: able to be increased in size or volume.
- Extensible: capable of being stretched out or extended.
- Elastic: able to return to original shape after being stretched.
Related Idioms
- "To stretch one's limits": to test or exceed one's capacity for expansion or endurance (metaphorical use of the concept).
- She stretched her limits by taking on a challenging project. (She extended her abilities beyond normal boundaries.)