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Plural
bladders
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a sac-like organ inside the body where urine is stored before being passed
The bladder is a vital component of the urinary system in the human body. It is responsible for storing urine until it is ready to be eliminated. The walls of the bladder are made of smooth muscle tissue that can stretch and accommodate increasing volumes of urine. When the bladder is full, nerve signals are sent to the brain, triggering the sensation of needing to urinate. The bladder then contracts, allowing the urine to flow through the urethra and out of the body. Proper bladder function is essential for maintaining urinary continence and overall urinary health.
- She had to go to the restroom urgently as her bladder was full.
- The doctor examined the patient for bladder infections.
- The bladder can hold up to 600 milliliters of urine.
- He drank a lot of water, ensuring his bladder stayed healthy and functioning well.
- The ultrasound showed that the bladder was functioning normally.
Synonyms:
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a bag or container designed to hold air
- The hot-air balloon has a large bladder for lifting air.
- They inflated the bladder before attaching it to the raft.
- The soccer ball contains an internal rubber bladder.
- Scuba equipment uses a bladder to store air.
- The water toy had a small air bladder to keep it afloat.