What is "swelling" in English? Definition and Explanations

Meaning of "swelling": an abnormal protuberance or localized enlargement

Noun

Pronunciation in UK: /ˈswɛl.ɪŋ/

Meaning of "swelling": something that bulges out or is protuberant or projects from its surroundings

Noun

Pronunciation in UK: /ˈswɛl.ɪŋ/

Meaning of "swelling": the increase in volume of certain substances when they are heated (often accompanied by release of water)

Noun

Pronunciation in UK: /ˈswɛl.ɪŋ/

Synonyms:

blister, abscess, bump, bruise, tumor, sore, welt, inflammation, injury, contusion, knob, wale, dilation, ridge, hump, increase, pock, wart, protuberance, boil, node, distention, weal, carbuncle, enlargement, bulge, pimple, puff, nodule, puffiness, corn, pustule, bunion, tumescence, knurl,

Antonyms:

decrease, depression,