swelling

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swelling Definition

• (n) abnormal protuberance or localized enlargement
• (n) the swelling of certain substances when they are heated (often accompanied by release of water)
• (s) becoming puffy as from internal bleeding or accumulation of other fluids; "put ice on the swelling ankle"

swelling Synonyms

• intumescence
• intumescency
• lump
• puffiness
• swelling