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    swelling
    /ˈswɛlɪŋ/

    noun

    • 1. an abnormal enlargement of a part of the body, typically as a result of an accumulation of fluid: "painless swellings may appear in the lower abdomen"

    adjective

    • 1. becoming greater in intensity, number, amount, or volume: "the swelling ranks of Irish singer-songwriters"

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  2. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishSWELLING | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    SWELLING definition: 1. a part of your body that has become bigger because of illness or injury: 2. a part of your body…. Learn more.

  3. www.healthline.com › health › swellingSwelling: Causes, Symptoms, and Diagnosis - Healthline

    Apr 29, 2019 · Swelling is the enlargement of organs, skin, or other parts of your body due to inflammation or fluid buildup. Learn about the common causes, symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment of swelling, and when to see a doctor.

  4. www.dictionary.com › browse › swellingSWELLING Definition & Meaning - Dictionary.com

    Swelling is the act or condition of becoming swollen, or an abnormal enlargement of a part or area. Learn more about the word history, synonyms, and usage of swelling from Dictionary.com.

  5. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishSWOLLEN | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    adjective. uk/ˈswəʊ.lən/us/ˈswoʊ.lən/ B2. larger than usual: a bruised, swollen face. The stream is swollen because of the heavy rain. More examplesFewer examples. She was looking very upset, with her eyes red and swollen. Her hands were swollen and arthritic.

  6. dictionary.cambridge.org › dictionary › englishSWELL | English meaning - Cambridge Dictionary

    Swell can be a verb, noun, adjective or adverb with different meanings. Learn how to use swell to describe something that becomes larger, rounder, louder, or better, or to refer to waves, sound, or fashion.

  7. www.collinsdictionary.com › dictionary › englishSWELLING definition and meaning | Collins English Dictionary

    A swelling is a raised, curved shape on the surface of your body which appears as a result of an injury or an illness. Learn more about the word forms, pronunciation, collocations, and grammar of swelling from Collins English Dictionary.

  8. www.ldoceonline.com › dictionary › swellingswelling | meaning of swelling in Longman Dictionary of...

    Swelling is an area of your body that has become larger than normal, because of illness or injury. Learn more about the causes, symptoms and treatments of swelling from the Longman Dictionary of Contemporary English.