1. capable of being stretched or expanded; able to be distended
Usage: often used in medical or anatomical contexts

Examples

• The stomach is a distensible organ that can hold varying amounts of food.
• Rubber is a distensible material that returns to its original shape after stretching.
• The bladder's distensible walls allow it to store urine until it is full.
• Distensible tissues in the lungs help with breathing and gas exchange.
• The esophagus is distensible enough to accommodate food of different sizes.